Former UFC fighter Paige VanZant is reuniting with her former boss Dana White but this time for a match of Power Slap. VanZant, who last competed in both the strawweight and flyweight divisions in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will feature on the Power Slap 8 on June 28 2024.
Paige ’12 Gauge’ VanZant will be making her slap-fighting debut up against Christine ‘The Edge’ Wolmarans (who is also an former MMA fighter).
Paige VanZant reveals what made her join Power Slap
in a recent press conference, she revealed what made her pick Power Slap. She said, “Everybody watches Power Slap. They’ve taken over. Everybody knows what it is.”
"I am a gangster": Paige VanZant explains why she's doing Power Slap on Friday.
"Everybody watches Power Slap. They've taken over. Everybody knows what it is." pic.twitter.com/ibdKwWNEpJ
— MMA Junkie (@MMAJunkie) June 27, 2024
Dana White’s experiment has seen mixed reaction from fans across the world. However, the event continues to grow.
Paige outside the UFC
After a stint in the UFC, Paige ventured out into a lot of different events:
- Professional Wrestling: She joined All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and made her debut in May 2022.
- Bare Knuckle Boxing: VanZant transitioned to bare-knuckle fighting, showcasing her toughness and striking skills.
- Television Appearances: She wowed audiences on “Dancing with the Stars” and tested her culinary skills on “Chopped.”
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