In the dynamic world of the UFC, fighter activity is a key indicator of a division's pulse. Our latest statistical deep dive for the Kimono Fighter blog focuses on the Women's Bantamweight division, specifically examining the longest time since a fighter's last UFC bout. This metric measures the number of days that have passed since a fighter last competed in the Octagon. To qualify for this list, a fighter must have at least three UFC fights under their belt, and those more than five years out are considered retired and excluded. Out of 72 fighters on record in this group, 44 qualified for this analysis. Leading this particular leaderboard is Alexis Davis, with 1704 days since her last fight.
The Top Contenders for Longest Layoff
Alexis Davis holds the top spot, having accumulated 1704 days since her last UFC appearance on 05 Feb 2022. At 42 years old, Davis has a substantial UFC record of 8-6 across 14 fights, indicating a long and active career within the promotion. Her extended absence places her significantly ahead of the rest of the field, marking a considerable period away from competition.
Following closely is Sara McMann, with 1655 days since her last fight on 26 Mar 2022. McMann, aged 46, also boasts a veteran's record of 7-6 over 13 UFC fights. Like Davis, her presence at the top of this list highlights a lengthy career that has now seen a significant pause in action.
Aspen Ladd sits in third place, with 1641 days since her last bout on 09 Apr 2022. Ladd, at 32 years old, is notably younger than the top two. Her UFC record stands at 4-3 across 7 fights. While her time away is substantial, her age suggests a different context compared to the more seasoned veterans above her.
Wu Yanan is fourth, with 1508 days since her last fight on 20 Aug 2022. Aged 30, Yanan has a UFC record of 1-5 over 6 fights. Her inclusion on this list, given her age and record, presents a different profile from the long-tenured fighters, indicating a period of inactivity after a challenging run in the promotion.
Rounding out the top five is Ramona Pascual, with 1431 days since her last fight on 05 Nov 2022. Pascual, 38, has a UFC record of 0-3 from her 3 fights, which is the minimum required to qualify for this list. Her appearance here reflects a complete absence from the Octagon since her initial run.
The Rest of the Top 10
The leaderboard continues with several other notable fighters. Lina Lansberg, aged 45, has 1326 days since her last fight on 18 Feb 2023, holding a 4-7 record over 11 UFC fights. Jessica-Rose Clark, 39, has been out for 1242 days since 13 May 2023, with a 4-5 record across 9 fights.
A particularly interesting entry is Amanda Nunes, who is listed at 1214 days since her last fight on 10 Jun 2023. Nunes, 38, holds an impressive UFC record of 16-2 over 18 fights. She stands out on this list because she is currently booked for a fight against Kayla Harrison on 2026-11-14. This indicates a planned return to competition, distinguishing her from others on the list whose future activity is not publicly scheduled.
Ashlee Evans-Smith, 39, has 1179 days since her last fight on 15 Jul 2023, with a 3-6 record over 9 fights. Finally, Stephanie Egger, 38, completes the top ten with 1032 days since her last fight on 09 Dec 2023, holding a 3-4 record over 7 fights.
It is notable that many fighters on this list, particularly at the top, are in their late 30s and 40s, suggesting that extended layoffs can be a factor for veterans in the division. The significant gaps between the top three and the rest of the list also highlight distinct periods of inactivity. This statistic focuses solely on UFC competition and does not account for any activity a fighter might have had in other promotions during their time away.
Women's Bantamweight — longest time since last fight
| Fighter | Days out | UFC fights |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Alexis Davis | 1704 days | 14 fights |
| 2. Sara McMann | 1655 days | 13 fights |
| 3. Aspen Ladd | 1641 days | 7 fights |
| 4. Wu Yanan | 1508 days | 6 fights |
| 5. Ramona Pascual | 1431 days | 3 fights |
| 6. Lina Lansberg | 1326 days | 11 fights |
| 7. Jessica-Rose Clark | 1242 days | 9 fights |
| 8. Amanda Nunes | 1214 days | 18 fights |
| 9. Ashlee Evans-Smith | 1179 days | 9 fights |
| 10. Stephanie Egger | 1032 days | 7 fights |
Career statistics from UFC Stats; Elo is bjjmetrics' own rating from UFC results. Updated twice a day.
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