If you thought training for a Power Slap match was all about grimy gyms and sweat-soaked mats, think again. Paige VanZant is rewriting the playbook-poolside, in a thong bikini, and with a slap dummy that’s probably questioning its life choices.
Paige VanZant
Forget heavy bags and sparring partners; for Paige VanZant, former UFC star, it’s all about sunshine, style, and a little bit of cheek (literally and figuratively).
Neighbors might hear the rhythmic smack echoing over the water, but it’s not a pool party gone wild, but it’s Paige perfecting her slap technique in the most eye-catching way possible. If confidence is half the battle, Paige is already winning.
From Octagon to Open Palm
Paige VanZant isn’t new to the fight game. She made her name in the UFC’s strawweight and flyweight divisions, earning a reputation for her grit and willingness to throw down with anyone. After her UFC run, Paige jumped into bare-knuckle boxing, proving she’s not afraid of a little pain-or a lot of it.
Paige VanZant’s next Power Slap match is scheduled for June 27, 2025, during International Fight Week, just one day before UFC 317 in Las Vegas. In this historic bout, she will compete for the first-ever women’s Power Slap title, making it a high-stakes championship fight. Her opponent for this title match is Mikael Michelle Brown, whom VanZant previously defeated by unanimous decision at Power Slap 12 in March. The winner will become the inaugural women’s Power Slap champion.
Now, she’s taking her talents to the world of Power Slap, where the goal is simple: slap your opponent senseless before they do the same to you. It’s a far cry from the technical grappling of MMA, but if anyone can adapt, it’s Paige VanZant. She’s spent years dodging punches, so standing still and dishing out open-handed justice is just another day at the office.
Upcoming Power Slap Match
With her next Power Slap match on the horizon, Paige is leaving nothing to chance. Her training might look unconventional, but it’s all business. The slap dummy by the pool isn’t just for show-it’s a stand-in for her next opponent, and Paige is making sure every strike lands with maximum impact. So, as fight night approaches, keep an eye on Paige-and maybe invest in a sturdier slap dummy. She’s coming in hot, with a slap that’s as fierce as her bikini game.
