Brasilia, Brazil – Beatriz Consuli, a rising force in mixed martial arts, is set to challenge Shannon Clark for the LFA flyweight championship this Friday at LFA 221 in Brasilia. Consuli enters the bout with an impressive combined amateur and professional record of 17-1, aiming to extend her winning streak to 18 and secure her first major professional title. Beyond the immediate goal of championship gold, Consuli has expressed a deeply personal motivation: to secure a swift victory, thereby mitigating the stress her mother, Cleo Consuli, endures during her fights.

The Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) stands as a prominent proving ground for aspiring MMA talent, often serving as a direct pipeline to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). A title victory within the LFA ranks is widely regarded as a significant stepping stone towards the sport’s pinnacle. For Consuli, this main event clash in her home country represents a critical juncture in her burgeoning career. The pressure to perform is immense, not only to achieve her professional aspirations but also to validate the unwavering support of her family, particularly her mother.

Cleo Consuli has been a constant presence in her daughter’s corner, attending the vast majority of her bouts. Her dedication extends to traveling across continents, having witnessed Beatriz compete and win multiple IMMAF (International Mixed Martial Arts Federation) championships in locations as distant as Russia and Abu Dhabi. This global amateur experience, facing diverse styles and opponents on an international stage, has been instrumental in shaping Consuli’s composure and strategic acumen, qualities she believes will serve her well in Friday’s title challenge.

Beatriz recounted a poignant memory from her early fighting days, illustrating the unique dynamic with her mother. "I panicked when I was going to have my first kickboxing fight," Consuli told MMA Fighting, reflecting on the profound impact her mother’s well-being had on her performance anxiety. "My mom has high blood pressure and I thought, ‘I can’t get beat or I’m screwed.’ I was more afraid of losing because of my mom than for myself [laughs]." This anecdote highlights a layer of emotional responsibility that many fighters carry, not just for their own success, but for the emotional toll their endeavors take on loved ones. Despite Beatriz’s initial apprehension, she observed her mother maintaining a remarkable calm during the actual fight. "She gives me a lot of confidence and stays cool so I don’t get anxious, but after the fight she breaks down, cries, and tells me how much she’s proud of me," Beatriz explained, revealing the complex emotional journey Cleo undertakes.

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While Beatriz confidently stated that her mother "doesn’t get nervous at all" during her current MMA fights, Cleo was quick to interject with a humorous, yet telling, rebuttal. "That’s a lie," Cleo stated, adding with a laugh, "She’s lying." This playful exchange underscores the universal truth of parental concern, even when disguised by a brave face. Cleo’s journey into the world of combat sports began when her daughters, including Beatriz, developed an interest in martial arts as teenagers in Rio de Janeiro. Beatriz herself joined a kickboxing gym just a month before her 15th birthday, marking the genesis of her remarkable career. Over the years, Cleo has become accustomed to watching "Bia" engage in striking exchanges and execute submissions within the confines of a cage. Yet, a fight involving her own daughter remains distinctly different from any other MMA bout.

Beatriz, aware of her mother’s viewing habits, often teases her. "She watches the UFC and gets upset when fights end too fast," Beatriz commented. With a reassuring tone, she added, "Mine will be fast, don’t worry." Cleo elaborated on this preference, explaining, "There are fights I want to watch that are so good I don’t want them to end. But when it’s my daughter, I prefer it to end quickly [laughs]. Look, I like watching fights, but I prefer when there’s no stress." This candid admission encapsulates the protective instinct of a parent, where the desire for entertainment takes a backseat to the paramount concern for their child’s safety and well-being.

Cleo Consuli, despite her admitted anxieties, remains unwavering in her belief in her daughter’s abilities, predicting a victory "in the best way possible" on Friday in Brasilia, and confidently declaring it will be "the best fight of her life." Beatriz’s professional record of 5-0 reflects a fighter who has steadily evolved. Her initial professional outings saw her secure five consecutive victories via decision, demonstrating her ability to control rounds and outpoint opponents over the full duration. However, her most recent performance in July showcased a more decisive finishing instinct, as she stopped Naiane Silva in just over three minutes, hinting at an increased potency in her striking and grappling.

Looking ahead to her title fight, Beatriz detailed her strategic approach against Shannon Clark. "I believe in the knockout," Consuli declared, outlining her assessment of her opponent. "She’s very aggressive, always coming forward, but she moves in straight lines and has a very square stance. She doesn’t move her head or change angles. Sometimes she switches stances, but she just switches and then stands still." Consuli’s plan is meticulously crafted to exploit these perceived vulnerabilities. "My plan is to work from mid to long range, control the distance, hurt her with calf kicks and strong jabs, and when she rushes in to clinch and take me down, I’ll ground and pound her," she explained, revealing a comprehensive strategy that blends effective striking with opportunistic grappling.

Consuli’s training regimen has seen her transition from the renowned Nova Uniao gym, a facility famous for producing UFC champions, to the KO Squad team in Rio. This background provides her with a diverse skill set, honed under the tutelage of experienced coaches. Her opponent, Shannon Clark, brings a formidable professional record of 6-1 to the cage. Clark’s sole professional loss occurred at Dana White’s Contender Series in 2024 against Yuneisy Duben, a high-stakes platform designed to identify future UFC talent. Consuli remembers this particular match vividly, having watched it with a keen, analytical eye.

"I remember watching her fight on the Contender Series and picturing myself against her," Consuli recounted. The self-belief was not her own alone; her training partner, Claudio Meirelles, who is also slated to fight at LFA 221, echoed her sentiments. "My training partner Claudio Meirelles… texted me right then, ‘Bia, are you watching the Contender? Seriously, you’d beat both of them.’ [laughs]." Fourteen months later, Consuli’s confidence in that assessment remains unshaken.

"I’m going to beat her. Following the right strategy, it’s going to work," she affirmed. Consuli attributes her calm demeanor under pressure to her extensive amateur career. "The experience I had as an amateur made me calm for this moment. People are like, ‘Man, you’ve got all this pressure to fight for a title fight, a world title, and you’re fighting a gringa.’ But come on, I’ve fought five Russians already. My amateur career gave me experience that not many people have." This experience, having navigated various international styles and high-pressure situations, provides Consuli with a unique psychological advantage, demonstrating a seasoned approach despite her relatively young professional career.

Beyond the immediate challenge of LFA 221, Consuli has a clear vision for her future. "I set it in my mind that I’m going to win this belt, and next year I’ll be in the UFC," she stated with conviction. "I truly believe that. I’ll perform really well in this fight and that next year I’ll be in the UFC, for sure." This declaration is not merely aspirational; it reflects the trajectory of many LFA champions who have successfully transitioned to the sport’s biggest stage. A dominant performance and a title win against a respected opponent like Shannon Clark would undoubtedly bolster her case for a UFC contract, marking the next significant chapter in Beatriz Consuli’s promising MMA journey. The LFA 221 main event is therefore not just a title fight, but a pivotal moment that could define the immediate future of one of Brazil’s brightest MMA prospects.

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