Priscila Cachoeira, born on August 19, 1988, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, grew up in a challenging environment that tested her resilience from an early age. Overcoming personal hardships, she found strength and purpose through combat sports, channeling her determination into developing as a professional athlete. Her introduction to mixed martial arts came later in life, but her natural toughness and fighting spirit quickly became evident.
Cachoeira began her professional MMA career in 2016, competing in regional Brazilian promotions where she built a reputation for her aggressive striking and willingness to engage in high-paced battles. Her early successes, marked by decisive victories, earned her an opportunity to join the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the sport’s premier organization. Known for her nickname “Zombie Girl,” she became recognized for her relentless forward pressure and refusal to back down.
Since joining the UFC, Cachoeira has faced a range of elite opponents, demonstrating both her power and her tenacity inside the octagon. While her career has included setbacks, her ability to deliver exciting performances and secure emphatic finishes has kept her as a fan favorite. Through determination and grit, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the women’s flyweight division, embodying perseverance in the face of adversity.