Shayna Baszler will make her return to MMA competition on 25th February when she takes on Reina Miura at Deep Jewels 15. Baszler will be making her debut in the 155 pound weight class.

20 year old Reina Miura (1-0-0) also known as the “King” made her MMA debut back in November when she defeated Eriko Iwamoto in the first round via submission. She is currently one of the woman revolutionising women’s MMA, bringing recognition to the 155lb weight class. She is the number eight ranked lightweight fighter in the world. A win over the veteran in Baszler would be huge for Miura, and no doubt help establish her as one of the best 155lb fighters in the world.

Meanwhile, 36 year old “The Queen of Spades” Shayna Baszler (15-10-0) makes her return to the cage after almost two years away from competition. She has been fighting since 2003, and holds wins over MMA greats such as Julie Kedzie, Roxanne Modafferi, Alexis Davis, Adrienna Jenkins and many more. She’s the training partner and best friend of UFC legend Ronda Rousey. She previously competed as a 135lb bantamweight but believes she depleted her body too much in order to make the weight. A win over Reina Miura would see her rise straight into the top ten of the lightweight rankings.

(Click HERE to view the top fifteen 155lb lightweight rankings).

Can 20 year old Reina Miura make a statement taking out the veteran? Or will the more experienced “Queen of Spades” be too much for her to handle? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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