Biography of Molly McCann
Molly McCann is a well-known mixed martial artist from England who currently competes in the women’s flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). She is also a former Cage Warriors Flyweight Champion. McCann made her UFC debut in May 2018 against Gillian Robertson. Furthermore, she is also active on social media where she has accumulated more than 500,000 followers on her Instagram Meatballmolly. Throughout her career, Molly has won six professional matches by knockout.
McCann hails from Liverpool, England and completed his schooling at a local school in his hometown. She later earned a degree in sport development and physical education from Liverpool John Moores University. After that, she started her career where she fought for MMA fights and also worked in Subway. During her time working at Subway, she earned the nickname “Meatball Molly”. She competed for the MMA organization Shock N’ Awe, where she won the vacant flyweight title.
In 2018, McCann defeated Bryony Tyrell to win the vacant Cage Warriors Fighting Championship Women’s Flyweight Championship. After that, she landed a contract with the UFC and fought Gillian Robertson for the first time at UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs Till. However, she lost the fight via rear naked choke in the second round. In her second fight, Molly faced Priscila Cachoeira and came out as the winner of the fight by unanimous decision.
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She later fought against Ariane Lipski in June 2019 at UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. During the fight, she emerged as the victor before signing a new contract with the UFC for four years. Four months later, she won the fight via unanimous decision against Diana Belbiţă at UFC on ESPN 6. In subsequent years, she was scheduled to face Ashlee Evans-Smith at UFC Fight Night: Woodley vs. Woodley. the COVID-19 pandemic.
Additionally, Molly was defeated by Taila Santos via unanimous decision at UFC on ESPN: Kattar vs. Ige. In 2021, she fought Ji Yeon Kim and came out as the winner. She also earned a night bonus for herself and after facing Luana Carolina at UFC Fight Night 204. In the three rounds of the fight, McCann emerged as the winner and again received a night bonus.
Prior to that, Molly also won her fight against Hannah Goldy at UFC Fight Night 208 in July 2022. In the following fight, she was defeated by Erin Blanchfield via kimura submission in the first round. This year, McCann is scheduled to face Julija Stoliarenko at UFC on ESPN 49 on July 22nd.
Molly McCann age
How old is Molly? She is 33 years old in 2023. She was born in May 4, 1990 in Liverpool, England. Furthermore, she celebrates her birthday on May 4 every year.
Molly McCann Height/Weight
McCann has an average height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m) tall. She has a weight of 57kg. As a wrestler, she managed to manage her weight through exercise.
Partner Molly McCann
Is Molly married or dating? She is not married nor has she disclosed her relationship status. However, she openly came out that she is a lesbian. Furthermore, she is also a socialist and supporter of the Labor Party. Molly is also the cousin of Irish boxer Katie Taylor.
Molly McCann Family
McCann grew up in Liverpool, England alongside his two sisters. She and her brother were raised by their aunt due to their mother’s drug abuse issues and their father’s absence. Her father name is Paul Pearson and her mother name is Sharon Pearson. Furthermore, she started boxing at the age of 12 and trained for the first time in centers like karate, kickboxing and Thai boxing.
Molly McCann Net Worth
How much does Molly earn? She has an approximate net worth ranging between $1 million – $3 million dollars. Her career as a martial artist is her main source of income.