Draft:Sumiko Nakano

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  • Comment: Please read the guidelines - this submission is utterly unsuitable in multiple ways. It's barely sourced, promotional, doesn't establish notability. Greenman (talk) 07:43, 21 March 2024 (UTC)
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  • Comment: The tone has improved, but it still has a bit longer to go. And as per Theroadislong, there are no reliable sources provided. Sincerely, Guessitsavis (she/they) (Talk) 10:59, 13 March 2024 (UTC)
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Sumiko Nakano
BornSumiko Nakano
(1998-12-08) December 8, 1998 (age 25)
Osaka, Japan
Other namesSilent Lioness
ResidenceLondon, England
NationalityBritish-Japanese
Height5 ft 4 in (1.63 m) / 163 cm
Weight126 lb (57 kg; 9.0 st)
DivisionFlyweight
Reach66 in (168 cm)
StanceOrthodox
TeamMMA Sanctuary Academy
TrainerCem Gökçen
Years active2022 - present
Amateur record
Total3
Wins2
Losses1
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Sumiko Nakano (born December 8, 1998) is a British-Japanese mixed martial artist, competing in the flyweight division. Known in the MMA community as the "Silent Lioness," Nakano has garnered attention for her technical prowess and strategic approach to fights.

Early Life[edit]

Sumiko Nakano was born in Osaka, Japan, on December 8, 1998. After losing her parents in a car accident at age three, which also left her with a speech disability, she was adopted by a British family and moved to the United Kingdom at age four. This profound change introduced her to martial arts, which became a crucial outlet for overcoming her early life challenges and integrating into a new culture. Without initial intentions of pursuing a professional career, her engagement in martial arts organically deepened through training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, and Kickboxing. Known as the "Silent Lioness," her quiet determination and resilience through martial arts laid the groundwork for her later success in the mixed martial arts (MMA) arena.

Mixed Martial Arts Career[edit]

Sumiko Nakano, known as the "Silent Lioness" in the mixed martial arts (MMA) community, competes in the flyweight division. Her training is conducted at MMA Sanctuary Academy in London, England, under the guidance of coach Cem Gökçen. Standing at a height of 5'4" (163 cm) with a reach of 66.0" (168 cm), her fighting style is a synthesis of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, and Kickboxing, which has contributed significantly to her competitive achievements. Nakano's amateur record includes notable victories, reflecting her technical skill and strategic prowess in the ring. Her profile in the sport was further elevated by her victory at the London Rumble MMA tournament, marking her as a notable competitor in the flyweight division.[1][2][3][4]

Nakano is scheduled to make her professional debut on May 4, 2024, at "Fight Night at Hilton" held at Hilton Hasbrouck Heights in New York. She will face Elizabeth Frey in this bout, organized by MMA Pro League.[5][6]

Fight History[edit]

  • First Fight: March 17, 2022 - London Amateur Fight Night at The Boxing Clinic, London. Nakano made her MMA debut and lost by split decision against Emily .... from England. This event was promoted by Cage Warriors Academy Southeast and sanctioned by the UK Mixed Martial Arts Federation (UKMMAF).[7]
  • Second Fight: January 26, 2023 - Winter Warrior Invitational at Fight Zone London, Shoreditch. Nakano won by unanimous decision against Sarah .... from England. The event was promoted by Battle Arena and sanctioned by the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF).[8]
  • Third Fight: September 2, 2023 - London Martial Arts Showcase at KO Gym East London, Bethnal Green. Nakano won by unanimous decision against Jessica .... from England. This event was promoted by Warrior Fight Series and sanctioned by the UK Mixed Martial Arts Federation (UKMMAF).
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Win 2–1 Jessica Decision (unanimous) London Rumble September 2, 2024 3 3:00 London, England Warrior Fight Series
Win 1–1 Sarah Decision (unanimous) Winter Warrior Invitational January 26, 2023 3 3:00 London, England International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF)
Loss 0–1 Emily Split Decision London Amateur Fight Night March 17, 2022 3 3:00 London, England MMA debut • Cage Warriors Academy

References[edit]

  1. ^ Menafn (2023-09-07). "Amateur Mma Star Sumiko Nakano Roars To Victory In The London Rumble Tournament". MENAFN. Retrieved 2024-03-22.
  2. ^ "SUMIKO NAKANO "Silent Lioness"". Sherdog. Retrieved 2024-03-22.
  3. ^ "PROFILE Sumiko Nakano". Tapology. Retrieved 2024-03-22.
  4. ^ "Sumiko Nakano Profile". Awakening Fighters. Retrieved 2024-03-22.
  5. ^ "MMA Pro League Event Information". Retrieved 2024-03-22.
  6. ^ "Sumiko Nakano Upcoming Fight Announcement". Tapology. Retrieved 2024-03-22.
  7. ^ "Sumiko Nakano Fight History". Awakening Fighters. Retrieved 2024-03-22.
  8. ^ "IMMAF Event Details". International Mixed Martial Arts Federation. Retrieved 2024-03-22.

Category:Japanese female mixed martial artists Category:British female mixed martial artists Category:1998 births Category:People from Osaka Category:Living people