Mayra Bueno Silva, nicknamed 'Sheetara,' is a talented Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the women's bantamweight and flyweight divisions of UFC. She was born on Aug 22, 1991, and hails from Uberlandia, Brazil. Silva’s pro debut came in 2015 and she quickly made a name for herself as one of the most dangerous fighters on come up. Her impressive striking and expertise in the ground game made waves in Brazil.
On September 22, 2018, Silva made her first walk to the UFC octagon against Gillian Robertson at UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Anders. She holds some key victories in her career which include wins over Mara Romero Borella, Wu Yanan, Stephanie Egger, and Lina Lansberg. One of the keys to Silva's success has been her ability to relentlessly pursue submissions with seven of her victories having come via submission. Moreover, she is now set to face Jasmine Jasudavicius in her next fight on February 1, 2025, at UFC Arabia.
Mayra Bueno Silva's nickname
Mayra Bueno Silva, known as ‘Sheetara,’ earned her nickname from her coach, Evangelista 'Cyborg' Santos, who was inspired by the character Cheetara from the popular 1980s animated series "ThunderCats." The nickname "Sheetara" reflects Silva's fighting style, characterized by her speed and agility, much like the feline attributes of Cheetara in the cartoon. This moniker was given to her early in her career as a tribute to her swiftness and ferocity in the octagon.
*Last updated on January 31, 2025.
FAQs on why Mayra Bueno Silva is called Sheetara
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A. Mayra Bueno Silva holds a UFC record of 5 wins, 4 losses, 1 draw, and 1 no-contest.
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A. Mayra Bueno Silva is a Brazilian fighter.
A. Mayra Bueno Silva hails from Uberlandia, Brazil.
