4. Carla Esparza
The second fighter on this list is a real veteran of the game. Carla Esparza was the UFC’s first-ever strawweight champion, beating Rose Namajunas on Season 20 of The Ultimate Fighter. ‘The Cookie Monster’ cruised past Angela Hill, Tecia Torres and Jessica Penne on her way to the final, with a wrestling style that overwhelmed her opponents.
Esparza was also an Invicta and Bellator champion. Her resume speaks for itself, giving her a boost up this list. She was regarded as the best female fighter at her weight in every division she fought in… until Joanna Jedrzeczyk decided to make mincemeat of her face.
