The Complete Biography Of Yan Xiaonan

EBI-Yan Xiaonan is a Chinese mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) women's strawweight division. She was born on January 16, 1989, in Handan, Hebei, China.

Yan began her martial arts training in Wushu and Sanda at the age of 15. She eventually became a member of the Chinese national Wushu team, competing in international competitions and winning several medals.

In 2009, Yan began her professional MMA career in China, fighting in various promotions and amassing an impressive record of 9 wins and 1 loss. In 2017, she signed with the UFC and made her debut at UFC Fight Night 120, defeating Kailin Curran via unanimous decision.

Since then, Yan has had a successful UFC career, with notable wins over fighters such as Angela Hill, Claudia Gadelha, and Karolina Kowalkiewicz. She is known for her aggressive striking style, technical skills, and strong wrestling.

Outside of the octagon, Yan holds a master's degree in physical education from Beijing Sport University. She has also been a vocal advocate for gender equality in sports and has spoken out against discrimination in the MMA industry.

As of May 2023, Yan Xiaonan is ranked as the #2 women's strawweight in the UFC rankings and is considered one of the top fighters in her division.