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Invicta FC 7: Honchak vs. Smith
INVICTA FC 7 RETURNS TO KANSAS CITY, MO. DECEMBER 7, 2013 LIVE FROM THE AMERISTAR CASINO & HOTEL Barb Honchak vs. Leslie Smith (flyweight title fight) Carla Esparza vs. Claudia Gadelha (strawweight title fight) Lauren Murphy vs. Miriam Nakamoto (bantamweight title fight) Felice Herrig vs. Tecia Torres Joanne Calderwood vs. Katja Kankaanpaa Julia Budd vs. Charmaine Tweet Zoila Frausto Gurgel vs. Vanessa Porto Tonya Evinger vs. Kelly Kobold Nina Ansaroff vs. Munah Holland
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Plot Summary
Invicta FC 7 was a landmark event in women's mixed martial arts, featuring championship bouts and rising stars. The main event saw Barb Honchak defend her flyweight title against Leslie Smith, while Carla Esparza faced Bec Rawlings for the strawweight championship. The card also showcased the professional debuts and early careers of notable fighters like Rose Namajunas and Tecia Torres.
Critical Reception
As an MMA event, Invicta FC 7 was primarily reviewed based on the quality of the fights and the performances of the athletes. It was generally well-received by MMA journalists and fans for its competitive matchups and the continued growth of women's MMA under the Invicta FC banner, especially given its status as a premier all-female promotion.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for showcasing top-tier women's MMA talent.
Recognized for its competitive championship fights.
Highlighted as an important event for the progression of women's professional fighting.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this particular MMA event is not readily available.
Fun Fact
This event marked the second time Invicta FC held championship bouts for both its flyweight and strawweight divisions.
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