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Carla Esparza is the UFC women’s strawweight champion, and here is everything you need to know about ‘Cookie Monster’ including her net worth, salary and more

Carla Esparza facts

Birth PlaceTorrance, California
Father’s NameTo be updated
Mother’s NameTo be updated
Star SignLibra
Net Worth (2022)$1 Million (estimated)
Last Fight Earnings$232,000
Age35
Date of BirthOctober 10, 1987
EducationTo be updated
NationalityBritish
MMA Debut2010
MMA Record19-6
DivisionsWomen’s Strawweight
Achievements2-time UFC women’s strawweight champion
PartnerMatthew Lomeli
ChildrenNone
EndorsementsAcai Republic

Carla Esparza is one of the longest-standing female fighters in the UFC. The two-time strawweight champ has a stellar resume to boast.

Carla Esparza Net Worth and Payouts

Carla Esparza has a net worth of approximately $1 million, a large part of which is attributed to her long UFC career.

For her first fight against Rose Namajunas in December 2014 at the TUF Finale, Esparza earned $100,000 for her submission win.

Her biggest payday came against Namajunas as well. This one at UFC 274. For her title win (second time), she earned an impressive $232,000.

Carla Esparza UFC career and MMA record

Carla Esparza made her MMA debut on the 19th of February, 2010. She took on Cassie Trost and earned a TKO win.

She followed it up with two more wins and moved to Bellator. Making her debut at Bellator 24, Esparza suffered her first loss. She lost to Megumi Fujii by means of submission.

Esparza bounced back with two wins, before losing her next, once again at Bellator. She was beaten by Jessica Aguilar in a split decision.

On the 5th of January, 2013, Esparza became the inaugural Invicta FC Strawweight Champion after beating Bec Rawlings.

She then took on Rose Namajunas at the Ultimate Fighter: A Champion Will Be Crowned Finale. A stunning submission win saw her crowned the inaugural UFC women’s strawweight champion.

However, Esparza lost her title in the very next bout, against Joanna Jedrzejczyk at UFC 185.

In her next 6 fights, Esparza managed to win three, whilst losing 3. Then started her rich vein of form. Following 5 straight wins, Esparza earned the right to challenge for the strawweight title once again.

Her title fight was a rematch against her nemesis Rose Namajunas. In a rather mundane contest, Esparza came up trumps by means of a split decision, to win the title for the second time.

Her MMA record reads 19 wins and 6 losses.

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Carla Esparza vs Rose Namajunas at UFC 274

Carla Esparza Family, Personal Life and Endorsements

Carla Esparza was born on the 10th of October, 1987 in Torrance, California. Not much is known about her parents. Esparza is of Ecuadorian, Mexican and Irish descent.

In May 2022, she married Matthew Lomeli (a physician), right after she won her title against Namajunas at UFC 274.

She endorses Acai Republic.

FAQs about Carla Esparza

What is Carla Esparza’s net worth?

Carla Esparza has a net worth of approximately $1 million.

How old is Carla Esparza?

Carla Esparza is 35 years old.

Who is Carla Esparza’s husband?

Carla Esparza’s husband is Matthew Lomeli, whom she married in May 2022.

What is Carla Esparza’s MMA record?

Carla Esparza’s MMA record is 19 wins and 6 losses.

When did Carla Esparza make her UFC debut?

Carla Esparza made her UFC debut on the 12th of December, 2014 against Rose Namajunas.

Where was Carla Esparza born?

Carla Esparza was born in Torrance, California.

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