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Sophie Cunningham makes UFC debut as ring girl at UFC 329

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 6:25 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Sophie Cunningham makes UFC debut as ring girl at UFC 329

Summary

Sophie Cunningham, a player for the Indiana Fever, took on a new role as a ring girl at UFC 329 in Las Vegas on July 11. This event featured a co-main fight between Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint Denis, which ended in a first-round submission victory for Pimblett. Cunningham's participation as a ring girl marks her debut in the UFC arena, garnering attention from both UFC and WNBA fans alike. Known for her viral moments on the basketball court, Cunningham seems to be expanding her presence in sports entertainment.

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Key Details

•Cunningham serves as a ring girl during UFC 329's co-main event.
•Paddy Pimblett submitted Benoit Saint Denis in the first round.
•Cunningham is a star player for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA.
•She recently gained fame for her moments during Fever games.

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6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark’s teammate Sophie Cunningham lands special role at UFC 329

What they're saying

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UFC 329’s co-main event in Las Vegas featured one of the top WNBA stars, Sophie Cunningham. On most nights, Sophie Cunningham is seen playing basketball alongside Caitlin Clark on the Indiana Fever in the WNBA.
— Yahoo Sports

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