YAN XIAONAN

Representing China, strawweight competitor Yan Xiaonan is an orthodox striker with a background in Sanda who began her mixed martial arts career in 2015. Fighting out of China Top Team and Team Alpha Male, "Fury" developed into a premier contender in the UFC. Along the way, she secured significant victories over high-profile opponents like Mackenzie Dern and Jéssica Andrade.

Heading into her bout at UFC Fight Night: du Plessis vs. Usman on July 18, 2026, Yan holds a professional record of 16 wins, 5 losses, and 1 no contest. Her recent form is mixed, having won decisions against Mackenzie Dern and Tabatha Ricci, alongside a knockout of Jéssica Andrade. However, she also suffered decision defeats against Zhang Weili and, most recently, Virna Jandiroba in April 2025.