The UFC will crown it's first ever women's featherweight champion this weekend as Holly Holm and Germaine de Randamie vie for UFC gold. But as Holm attracts a lion's share of the media spotlight, her opponent shouldn't be overlooked.
Sure, Holm is a former UFC champion and experienced the big fights under the bright lights, not to mention dethroning Ronda Rousey in front of a massive audience.
And while she's headlined a few major pay-per-views, Holm can't say shes beaten a man! That's exactly what de Randamie did back in 2007 albeit as part of a reality television program.
(Germaine de Randamie lands a vicious uppercut on Larissa Pacheco at UFC 185.)
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The show 'Tomtesterom' features a Belgian actor by the name of Tom Waes who takes on a variety of challenges. And in one episode, Waes trained like a professional fighter to fight one.
The Belgium applied heavy pressure, uncorking a wild barrage of punches. But heading into the final round, his sloppiness ultimately cost him the fight. The Dutchwoman landed a short right-hook flush on his chin, instantly collapsing him to the canvas.
Holm better bring her A-game. Check out the footage below:
Holm may be the big favourite but don't count out 'The Iron Lady!' UFC already boast champions from the U.K, Ireland and Poland could the Netherlands be next?
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Tune in on Saturday night - early hours of Sunday morning for us British, Irish and European folks!
(H/T craziestsportsfight)
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