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The young Swede dominates a seasoned veteran in the DWS
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Smilla Sundell, 21, made history in the Dana White’s Contender Series by dominating Aline Pereira with a unanimous score of 29-28. The Swede, a striking specialist, dictated the pace against a seasoned opponent, cementing her status as a future star of MMA.
To remember:
- Smilla Sundell, 21, dominates Aline Pereira in the Dana White’s Contender Series with a unanimous score of 29-28.
- The Swede imposes her striking game, limiting Pereira to a single takedown attempt.
- Aline Pereira, 35, holds a mixed record with three wins and three losses in MMA.
Unbelievable! At just 21 years old, Smilla Sundell pulled off a stunning feat by dominating Aline Pereira in the latest Dana White’s Contender Series. This bantamweight bout revealed a gem of European MMA. Sundell, a striking specialist, set the pace from the opening seconds, stunning Pereira—a fighter with extensive experience in MMA, karate, and kickboxing.
From the start, Pereira tried to take control, but Sundell quickly seized the momentum. The judges delivered a unanimous verdict: 29-28 in favor of the Swede. Despite a strong start from the Brazilian, Sundell dominated the striking exchanges, limiting Pereira to a single takedown attempt and never allowing her to threaten on the ground.
This result confirms Sundell’s potential, establishing her as one of the future stars of women’s MMA. Meanwhile, Pereira, despite her experience, failed to impose her game against the young prodigy. A performance that hints at a bright future for the Swede in the world’s top MMA organizations.
With this victory, Smilla Sundell proves she deserves a spot among the elite of women’s MMA. Her striking talent and impressive maturity make her a serious candidate to join the UFC or another major organization. As for Aline Pereira, this fight could mark a turning point in her career, offering her a chance to bounce back after a rollercoaster journey.