Alejandra Lara

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Alejandra Lara
Born (1994-08-04) 4 August 1994 (age 30)
Medellin, Colombia
Other namesAzul
Nationality Colombian
Height5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
Weight125 lb (57 kg; 8.9 st)
Division Flyweight
Reach69 in (175 cm)
Fighting out ofMedellin, Antioquia, Colombia
TeamCombat Training Club
Years active2008–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total18
Wins11
By knockout5
By submission3
By decision3
Losses7
By submission1
By decision6
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Alejandra Lara (born 4 August 1994) is a Colombian female mixed martial artist who competes in the Flyweight division. She had previously most notably competed in Bellator MMA, where she was a title contender. [1] She is also known by the nickname "Azul" (which translates to "Azure" from Spanish). [2]

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Genesis and Athletic Inception

In the heart of Colombia, Medellín, on the 4th of August, 1994, Lara first graced the world. Alejandra's early years were marked by the diagnosis of "Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)," rendering sustained concentration a herculean task for her.

In a bid to channel her fervor, Lara immersed herself in a tapestry of pursuits. Beyond the realm of sports, Alehandra's passions meandered through vocal harmonics, theatrical enactments, the serenity of yoga, and the rhythmic allure of diverse dances, pole dancing being one of them.

Among her eclectic ventures, she delved into aquatic adventures, embraced the depths of the ocean, and reveled in the Colombian penchant for roller skating.

Yet, a pivotal metamorphosis unfurled when Lara's path converged with karate and wushu-sanda disciplines. In that juncture, she pledged her allegiance to the art of combat. [3]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Lara made her MMA debut on 10 December 2011 on Extreme Combat MMA Senshi Ki 1 against Monica Leon, winning the fight in round one via retirement. [4] Before joining Bellator MMA, she amassed a record of 6 wins against 1 loss.

Bellator MMA

Lara debuted at Bellator 190 on December 9, 2017. She defeated Lena Ovchynnikova via a rear-naked choke submission in the third round. Bellator announced in February 2018 that they extended her contract with the promotion. [5]

In her second fight for the promotion, Lara faced Ilima-Lei Macfarlane at Bellator 201 in June 2018 for the Bellator Women's Flyweight World Championship. She lost the fight via an armbar submission in the third round. [6]

In her third fight for the promotion, Lara faced undefeated Brazilian prospect Juliana Velasquez at Bellator 212 on December 14, 2018. She lost the fight via split decision. [7]

Lara next fought Taylor Turner at Bellator 225 on August 24, 2019. She won the fight by TKO in the first round. [8] Ahead of the fight, she used her appearance at the ceremonial weigh-in to draw attention to the plight of the Amazon's rain forests. [9]

Lara then faced Veta Arteaga at Bellator 235 on December 20, 2019. She won the fight via unanimous decision and subsequently signed a new, six-fight contract with the promotion. [10]

Lara faced undefeated Rizin standout Kana Watanabe on April 2, 2021 at Bellator 255. [11] She lost the bout via split decision. [12]

Lara was expected to face DeAnna Bennett on July 31, 2021 at Bellator 263. [13] The bout was rescheduled for unknown reasons to take place on August 20, 2021 at Bellator 265. [14] On August 13, it was announced that the bout was moved once again, this time to Bellator 266. [15] At the weigh-ins, DeAnna Bennett missed weight for her bout. Bennett weighed in at 129.2 pounds, 3.2 pounds over the flyweight non-title fight limit. The bout proceeded at catchweight and Bennett was fined a percentage of her purse which went to Lara. [16] Lara lost the bout in dominant fashion via unanimous decision. [17]

Lara faced Ilara Joanne at Bellator 282 on June 24, 2022. [18] She lost the bout via unanimous decision. [19]

Lara faced Diana Avsaragova on February 4, 2023, at Bellator 290. [20] At the weigh-ins, Avsaragova missed weight for her bout, coming in at 128.8 pounds, 2.8 pounds over the flyweight non-title fight limit. The bout proceeded at catchweight and Avsaragova was fined 25% of her purse which went to Lara. [21] Lara lost the close bout via split decision. [22] 5 out of 7 media scores gave it to Lara. [23]

On January 23, 2024, it was announced that she was released from the promotion. [24]

Post Bellator

In her first bout after leaving Bellator, Lara faced Gisele Luna in the main event of Combate Global: Lara vs. Luna on May 11, 2024, winning the bout via ground and pound TKO in the first round, bloodying her opponent in the process. [25]

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
18 matches11 wins7 losses
By knockout50
By submission31
By decision36
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Win11–7 Silvana Gómez Juárez Decision (unanimous)Budo Sento Championship 24August 2, 202355:00 Mexico City, MexicoWon the vacant BSC Women's Flyweight Championship.
Win10–7Gisela LunaTKO (elbows and punches)Combate Global: Lara vs. LunaMay 11, 202411:39 Miami, Florida, United States
Loss9–7 Diana Avsaragova Decision (split) Bellator 290 February 4, 202335:00 Inglewood, California, United StatesCatchweight (128.8 lb) bout; Avsaragova missed weight.
Loss9–6Ilara JoanneDecision (unanimous) Bellator 282 June 24, 202235:00 Uncasville, Connecticut, United StatesLara was deducted one point in round 2 due to illegal upkick.
Loss9–5 DeAnna Bennett Decision (unanimous) Bellator 266 September 18, 202135:00 San Jose, California, United StatesCatchweight (129.2 lb) bout; Bennett missed weight.
Loss9–4 Kana Watanabe Decision (split) Bellator 255 April 2, 202135:00 Uncasville, Connecticut, United States
Win9–3Veta ArteagaDecision (unanimous) Bellator 235 December 20, 201935:00 Honolulu, Hawaii, United StatesCatchweight (126.8 lb) bout; Lara missed weight.
Win8–3Taylor TurnerTKO (punches) Bellator 225 August 24, 201913:44 Bridgeport, Connecticut, United StatesBantamweight bout.
Loss7–3 Juliana Velasquez Decision (split) Bellator 212 December 14, 201835:00 Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Loss7–2 Ilima-Lei Macfarlane Submission (armbar) Bellator 201 June 29, 201833:55 Temecula, California, United StatesFor the Bellator Women's Flyweight World Championship.
Win7–1 Lena Ovchynnikova Submission (rear-naked choke) Bellator 190 December 9, 201734:09 Florence, Italy
Win6–1Lina Franco RodriguezSubmission (rear-naked choke)Empire Sports Marketing Colombia vs The WorldFebruary 13, 201622:32 Bogotá, Colombia
Win5–1Janeth AlvaradoTKO (retirement)Cage Fight Nights MMA League 6September 5, 201515:00 Zapopan, Jalisco, MexicoWon CFN Flyweight Championship.
Loss4–1 Sabina Mazo Decision (unanimous)Striker Fighting Championship 18March 26, 201535:00 Barranquilla, Atlantico, Colombia
Win4–0Paola CalderonTechnical Submission (armbar)Striker Fighting Championship 12November 13, 201310:35 Bogotá, Colombia
Win3–0Paola CalderonDecision (unanimous)Striker Fighting Championship 9July 26, 201335:00 Bogotá, Colombia
Win2–0Maria AgueroTKO (punches)Professional Fight ClubSeptember 29, 201211:03 Envigado, Antioquia, Colombia
Win1–0Monica LeonTKO (retirement)Extreme Combat MMA Senshi KiDecember 10, 201112:22 Rionegro, Antioquia, Colombia

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