Virna Jandiroba Criticizes UFC Over Discrimination Against Grapplers: “It’s MMA, Not Kickboxing”

Renowned UFC fighter Virna Jandiroba has publicly expressed her strong disagreement with what she perceives as discrimination targeting grapplers and wrestlers within the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Jandiroba asserted that mixed martial arts (MMA) is a comprehensive sport, encompassing a wide array of disciplines, and should not be viewed or judged as solely kickboxing. She stressed that a balanced appreciation for all martial arts styles, including grappling, is essential for the sport’s integrity and fairness in evaluating fighters’ skills and performances.