Undefeated Brazilian strawweight Viviane ‘Sucuri’ Pereira (11-0-0) will finally make her UFC debut this Saturday when she takes on Valerie Letourneau who is Number 9 in UFC’s Strawweight rankings at UFC 206. The event will take place at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Pereira speaks to us about her debut, why she started fighting, tells us a bit about her life, who she trains with, her opinions on champ Joanna, her future goals and lots more. You can view a full transcript of the interview below.

You’ll be making your UFC debut at UFC 206 in Canada. How did it feel to finally get the call?

Of all the news I wanted to receive, this was certainly the most expected and the one that moved me the most.

What are your thoughts on Valerie Letourneau as an opponent? And how do you see the fight going?

She is an excellent athlete. No wonder she’s number 9 in UFC’s rankings. It is difficult to predict a fight, in my opinion.



What are your thoughts on current Strawweight Champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk?

Spectacular athlete. Very strong, experienced and intelligent. It would be a dream to fight her, we both like to strike.



December 30th sees the return of Ronda Rousey. How do you think her fight with Amanda Nunes will go?

Seeing as she comes from defeat, I think she should have took another fight before going straight for the belt. If Amanda does the same thing as she did against Miesha, she will continue with the belt.



How did you get into the sport?

I entered from the 13 years of age in a social project of my Master Marcos Batista in the old Olympic village of the Castelão, not to fight but to escape from the routine of home and school. Hence my master saw my potential and invited me to compete.

What would you say your biggest strengths are?

My determination, will to win in life and when you have it nothing can stop you.

Who is your biggest inspiration?

My master, who gave up everything in life to live together with me and my dream. My difficulties and limitations inspired me to look for something better to do in my life.

Which team are you training with in preparation for your bout with Valerie Letourneau?

Dragon Kombat

What does it mean for you to be a fighter?

It’s out of this world, many people do not understand our choices, be a fighter and give up everything just to be there feeling that adrenaline. We change fashionable clothes for workout clothes, makeup by sweat and bruises and we exchange vacations on the beach with friends for training camp. This is my life! I’m trying to study MMA as best I can.

What separates you from every other fighter in your division?

My division is quite strong, and I hope to add something different to it.

If you could have one dream fight with anyone, who would it be?

The fight everyone wants is for the belt. I want to fight Joanna Jedrzejczyk.

What do you want to be remembered for at the end of your career?

I want to be remembered as the girl who made history, I’m already doing it, I’ve done a lot of things here in Ceará as an athlete and have become the first to sign with the UFC.

Thank you for joining us today Viviane. Anything you’d like to add?

I would like to thank God first for all he has provided in my life. Thanks to my manager Marcelo Brigadeiro. Thanks to my Master Marcos Batista. My supporters. ClinicaLinusPauling, SmileSports, Evidence, NsSalaoeCosmeticos, TotalCare, RitmusAcademiataua, to Altgr Informática, Clinica Serfisio, Physiotherapy, to Tko, to my accessory Luiz Sérgio, to all my Dk team, training partners and to all who are helping me in this new phase of my life.

Viviane ‘Sucuri’ Pereira takes on Valerie Letourneau this Saturday at UFC 206. The fight will take place on the Fox Sports 1 Preliminary Card.

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