Norma Dumont’s journey to the UFC is a tale of resilience, determination, and a relentless pursuit of her dream! She is currently ranked no. 9 in the UFC women’s bantamweight division and is riding high on a 4-fight win streak. Having wins over names like Aspen Ladd, Germaine De Randamie and Felicia Spencer, Dumont is one of the most exciting fighters fans have their eye on.

‘The Immortal’ made her UFC debut in 2020 but faced a setback as she got knocked out in round 1 by Megan Anderson. How did she respond? By going on a 3-fight win streak and putting the UFC on notice. With the fans now curious to learn more about this rising contender, let’s take a look and learn all we know about her ethnicity, origins, and more!

Where is Norma Dumont from? Ethnicity and nationality

Norma Dumont was born on October 1, 1990 in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais in Brazil. The Brazilian native had her first brush with combat sports when she began practicing jiu-jitsu when she was just 13 years old.  But life had other plans, and she had to step away from her training to work as a secretary to support her family.

At 19, Dumont returned to the world of combat sports with a renewed passion. This time, she dived into Sanda and Muay Thai, quickly making a name for herself. She didn’t just dabble in these sports; she dominated them, becoming a six-time Sanda State champion and a National champion. But Dumont wasn’t content with just regional success—she had her eyes set on something bigger.

Her BJJ skills served her well when she compiled a 4-0 record on the regional Brazilian MMA scene, starting out her journey as a professional in 2016. Dumont submitted two of her opponents in the very first round.

This is where the UFC beckoned and Norma Dumont made her way to the grandest stage of them all. However, her journey to the UFC wasn’t easy as she had to overcome a difficult childhood to make her dreams a reality.

Dumont’s tough childhood, parents, and journey to UFC

Norma Dumont’s road to success wasn’t a straightforward path but a winding road filled with obstacles. Her struggles began when she was still young. At just four years old, her father abandoned the family, leaving her mother to raise Dumont and her three sisters alone. The weight of this abandonment could not crush her spirit.

Her mother’s support is also a crucial pillar in her rise to UFC stardom as in her UFC.com bio she revealed that her mother is her hero. Norma Dumont’s UFC run has been a rollercoaster, with weight issues and last-minute opponent changes. Yet, she consistently steps up, showing the resilience that has defined her life.

Currently holding a 7-2 record in the promotion, Dumont is now set to face off against the no.5 ranked Irene Aldana at UFC 306 or ‘Riyadh Season Noche UFC’ on September 14. A win could catapult her into the top 5, solidifying her status as a true contender for the title and a shot at the elusive UFC gold!