ANNA MELISANO

An American competitor in the female bantamweight class, Anna Melisano trains out of Team Alpha Male. Utilising an orthodox stance, she is known for her skills in both striking and grappling. Melisano has built a reputation as an emerging standout in the promotion by securing key wins over elite opponents.

Prior to UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, Melisano holds a 5-2-1 record. Her recent run began with a June 2025 decision win over Raquel Pennington, followed by consecutive defeats: a rear-naked choke submission loss to Tatiana Suarez and a decision loss to Amanda Lemos. She rebounded with an armbar submission of Marina Rodriguez in February 2026 and a split decision victory over Jessica Andrade in May 2026.