At age 20, Sundell has built a résumé that few fighters in any era can match. She became one of the youngest world champions in combat sports history at 17.
Palms Casino Resort is hosting one of the most anticipated moments in women’s combat sports this year as Smilla “The Hurricane” Sundell, a former ONE Championship Muay Thai World Champion and one of the fastest-rising global stars in MMA, makes her historic U.S. debut at Tuff-N-Uff 151 on Jan. 22, Pearl Theater. Tickets are on sale now here.
Promoted by Tuff-N-Uff, a proving ground for MMA talent (among them UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey), the event marks a milestone for Sundell —introducing her to a U.S. TV audience at a pivotal moment in her transition to MMA. The bout will stream on UFC Fight Pass, YouTube and Facebook.
At age 20, Sundell has built a résumé that few fighters in any era can match. She became one of the youngest world champions in combat sports history at 17 and has generated millions of views with her performances on the international stage.
Known for her elite Muay Thai striking, composure beyond her years and fearless competitive edge, Sundell now enters MMA with momentum that has drawn the attention of fans, media and analysts. Sundell’s transition from Muay Thai to MMA has invited comparison to Rousey.
“Smilla Sundell represents the future of women’s combat sports, and having her U.S. MMA debut … take place at the Pearl Theater is incredibly meaningful,” said Palms Assistant GM Laura De La Cruz. “Palms has always been a stage for breakthrough moments, and this is exactly the kind of event that defines why Las Vegas remains the global home of combat sports.”
Event Details
- Tuff-N-Uff 151
- Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort
- Jan. 22, 2026
- Streaming live on UFC Fight Pass, YouTube and Facebook
- Tickets: Click here
