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Alyse Anderson (born January 13, 1995) is an American mixed martial artist and competes in Atomweight division. She has competed in Invicta Fighting Championships and ONE Championship.

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Mixed martial arts career

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Early career

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Anderson started her amateur career in 2013. After amassing 6–0 record in 2015, She was signed by Total Warrior Combat.[3] where she defeated Chrissie Daniels via TKO in the first round, Rachel Sazoff via unanimous decision and Tushara Veerella via TKO in round three.[4]

Invicta Fighting Championships

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Anderson made her promotional debut on August 31, 2017, at Invicta FC 25: Kunitskaya vs. Pa'aluhi against Shino VanHoose. She lost the fight via split decision.[5]

Her next fight came 11 months later on July 21, 2018, at Invicta FC 30: Frey vs. Grusander against Stephanie Alba. She won the fight via a submission in round two.[6]

On August 9, 2019, Simpson faced Katie Saull at Invicta FC 36: Sorenson vs. Young. She won the fight via split decision.[7]

ONE Championship

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In 2021, Anderson signed with ONE Championship, and was immediately placed in the Atomweight World Grand-Prix.[8] The quarter final bout was initially scheduled take place on May 28, 2021, against Itsuki Hirata at ONE Championship: Empower.[9] However, the event was postponed due to COVID-19.[10] The event was rescheduled for September 3, 2021.[11] She lost the bout via unanimous decision.[12]

Anderson was expected to face Asha Roka at ONE: X on March 26, 2022.[13] However, Anderson later withdrew from the bout for medical reasons. The fight was rescheduled for ONE 157 on May 20, 2022.[14] Despite getting knocked down, Anderson was able to secure a triangle choke to secure a first-round submission victory.[15]

Anderson faced Stamp Fairtex on May 5, 2023, at ONE Fight Night 10.[16] She lost the fight by knockout via body kick in the second round.[17][18]

Anderson faced Victória Souza on September 6, 2024, at ONE 168.[19] She lost the fight via unanimous decision.[20]

On September 9, 2025, it was announced that Anderson was released from ONE Championship.

Personal life

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Anderson is an emergency medical technician in Michigan hospital.[21]

Mixed martial arts record

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Professional record breakdown
10 matches 6 wins 4 losses
By knockout 2 1
By submission 2 0
By decision 2 3
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 6–4 Victória Souza Decision (unanimous) ONE 168 September 6, 2024 3 5:00 Denver, Colorado, United States
Loss 6–3 Stamp Fairtex KO (body kick) ONE Fight Night 10 May 5, 2023 2 2:27 Broomfield, Colorado, United States
Win 6–2 Asha Roka Submission (triangle choke) ONE 157 May 20, 2022 1 2:04 Kallang, Singapore
Loss 5–2 Itsuki Hirata Decision (unanimous) ONE: Empower September 3, 2021 3 5:00 Kallang, Singapore Return to Strawweight. ONE Women's Atomweight World Grand Prix Quarterfinal.
Win 5–1 Katie Saull Decision (split) Invicta FC 36: Sorenson vs. Young July 9, 2019 3 5:00 Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Win 4–1 Stephanie Alba Technical Submission (triangle choke) Invicta FC 30: Frey vs. Grusander July 21, 2018 2 3:12 Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Loss 3–1 Shino VanHoose Decision (split) Invicta FC 25: Kunitskaya vs. Pa'aluhi August 31, 2017 3 5:00 Lemoore, California, United States
Win 3–0 Tushara Veerella TKO (punches) TWC Pro Series: Anderson vs. Veerella November 12, 2016 3 3:49 Lansing, Michigan, United States Won the TWC Atomweight Championship.
Win 2–0 Rachel Sazoff Decision (unanimous) TWC 29 May 14, 2016 3 5:00 Lansing, Michigan, United States Atomweight debut.
Win 1–0 Chrissie Daniels TKO (knees and punches) TWC 28 November 21, 2015 1 4:21 Lansing, Michigan, United States Strawweight debut.

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Alyse Anderson (born January 13, 1995) is an American professional mixed martial artist competing primarily in the division, with a career spanning promotions like and Invicta FC. Known by her nickname "Lil' Savage," she maintains a professional record of 6 wins and 4 losses as of September 2025, featuring 2 , 2 submissions, and 2 decisions, while her losses include 1 knockout/tkO and 3 decisions. Anderson is recognized for her prowess, holding a purple belt in , and has competed in high-profile events such as ONE 157 and ONE 168: . Born in , Anderson grew up in a martial arts family, with her father owning a karate school where she began training in traditional from infancy. She transitioned to at age 18, making her professional debut just one month later in 2015 with The Warriors Cage (TWC), following an undefeated amateur record of 6 wins. Early in her career, she fought in regional promotions before joining Invicta FC in 2018, where she secured notable submission victories, including a against Stephanie Alba. Anderson signed with in 2021, debuting in the atomweight Grand Prix at : Empower, and later achieving a standout first-round submission over Asha Roka at ONE 157 in 2022. Her ONE record stands at 1 win and 3 losses, with a unanimous decision defeat to Victoria Souza at ONE 168: in September 2024. Anderson was released from in September 2025. Beyond the cage, Anderson trains at MMA Masters in , having previously affiliated with Xtreme Couture and , where she has sparred with world champions like Adriano Moraes. Standing at 5 feet 4 inches with a reach of 66 inches, she fights out of , , and balances her athletic career with personal interests, including racing since age 7 and a past role as an EMT on the frontlines during the . Open about her experiences with , Anderson uses her platform to connect with fans, emphasizing resilience both in and out of combat sports.

Early life and amateur career

Background and upbringing

Alyse Anderson was born on January 13, 1995, in , a small city of approximately 9,000 residents located about 100 miles west of . Growing up in rural Michigan, she was raised in a family with a strong tradition, as her father owned a school where she began training in traditional from infancy. This early exposure, instilled by her father, fostered her initial interest in combat sports and shaped her athletic foundation. Beyond , Anderson's childhood was marked by a passion for high-adrenaline activities, particularly , which she began pursuing around age 7 or 8 after becoming fascinated by a neighbor's homemade dirt bike track. Living in a rural area where many of her friends rode dirt bikes, she begged her parents for her own trail bike, modified it with racing parts, and soon convinced them to allow her to compete, despite a challenging first race that ended in a crash. This hobby highlighted her thrill-seeking nature and resilience, qualities that later influenced her draw toward more intense combat disciplines. Her father's guidance in remained a pivotal influence, encouraging her continued development in striking techniques during her formative years before she explored broader training.

Amateur MMA career

Anderson began her amateur mixed martial arts career in 2013, competing primarily for the Total Warrior Combat (TWC) promotion in . Over the next two years, she built an undefeated record of 6-0, with four finishes (two TKOs and two submissions) and two decisions, demonstrating versatility in striking and . Her professional journey started with a dominant first-round TKO via knees and punches against Summer Asbury at TWC 16 on March 30, 2013, just 46 seconds into the bout. Anderson followed with submission wins, including a rear-naked choke over Riane Ostipow at TWC 18 in May 2013 and a against Brittney Russell at TWC 19 in September 2013, both in the first round. In March 2014, she earned a victory after five rounds against Elane Santiago at TWC 22. Later that year, at TWC 26 in November, she secured another quick finish with a first-round TKO via knees and punches over Danielle Huff. Her amateur career concluded on June 20, 2015, with a first-round triangle armbar submission of Jen Strazisar at TWC 27. Anderson's amateur success included winning TWC championships in both the and strawweight divisions, establishing her as a top regional prospect. Following this undefeated run, she turned professional later in 2015, debuting at TWC 28 against Chrissie Daniels.

Professional MMA career

Early professional bouts

Anderson made her professional MMA debut on November 21, 2015, at Tachi Palace Fights' TWC 28: Townsend vs. Lozano event in , where she faced Chrissie Daniels in a strawweight bout. At just 20 years old, Anderson secured a first-round technical knockout victory via knees and punches at 4:21, showcasing her aggressive striking from the outset. Following her debut, Anderson competed in two more regional bouts under the TWC promotion, building momentum in the circuit. On May 14, 2016, at TWC 29: Jaynes vs. Lamson, she defeated Sazoff by after three rounds, demonstrating resilience in a stand-up war that tested her cardio and defensive skills. Later that year, on November 12, 2016, at TWC Pro Series: Anderson vs. Veerella, she overcame Tushara Veerella with a third-round TKO via punches at 3:49, capitalizing on ground-and-pound after surviving early pressure. These early victories propelled Anderson to an undefeated 3-0 record, drawing attention from larger promotions and highlighting her transition from a successful background where she had compiled a 6-0 record. Throughout this period, she faced challenges adapting to professional weight cuts at 115 pounds, which she later described as mentally taxing, and varying opponent styles that forced her to refine her wrestling defense against grapplers like Veerella.

Invicta Fighting Championships

Anderson made her debut on August 31, 2017, at against Shino VanHoose in a strawweight bout. Entering with an undefeated 3-0 professional record from regional promotions, she lost via (29-28 VanHoose, 28-29 Anderson, 29-28 VanHoose) after three rounds of competitive striking exchanges and attempts. Reflecting on the defeat, Anderson noted that she had underestimated her opponent and not taken training camp seriously enough, leading to a humbling experience that prompted her to adopt a more rigorous preparation approach in subsequent fights. Building momentum from her pre-Invicta success, Anderson rebounded on July 21, 2018, at Invicta FC 30 against Stephanie Alba. In the second round, she secured a takedown and transitioned to a , forcing Alba to tap at 3:12 for a technical submission victory that showcased her prowess. This win elevated her standing in the strawweight division, marking her first finish in a major promotion. Anderson capped her Invicta tenure on August 9, 2019, at Invicta FC 36 versus Katie Saull, overcoming a challenging bout hampered by a flare-up of Raynaud's disease that caused numbness in her extremities. She prevailed via (30-27 Anderson, 28-29 Saull, 29-28 Anderson) in a back-and-forth war that highlighted her resilience and striking volume. Over three appearances from 2017 to 2019, Anderson compiled a 2-1 record in Invicta FC, transitioning from a debut setback to consecutive victories that positioned her as a rising contender in the strawweight ranks and built her reputation for versatile finishing ability. Seeking greater exposure and the opportunity to fight full-time, she departed the promotion later in 2019 to sign with .

ONE Championship tenure

Anderson signed with in 2021, transitioning from strawweight to the division, where her prior experience in Invicta FC provided a foundation for competing under the promotion's international ruleset. She made her promotional debut on September 3, 2021, at ONE: Empower in , facing in the quarterfinals of the ONE Women's World Grand Prix. Anderson started strong, dropping Hirata early with a punch, but the Japanese fighter recovered and controlled the exchanges to secure a victory after three rounds. This loss highlighted Anderson's need to adapt to ONE's global stage and the division's technical demands, though she showed resilience in her striking. In 2022, Anderson was scheduled to face Asha Roka at ONE X on March 26 but withdrew due to medical reasons, with the bout rescheduled for ONE 157 on May 20 in Singapore. She rebounded with a first-round submission win, surviving an early knockdown from Roka's boxing before transitioning from an armbar attempt to a triangle choke at 2:04. This victory marked her first in ONE and demonstrated her grappling prowess in the atomweight division. Anderson's momentum was halted on May 5, 2023, at in , where she challenged top-ranked atomweight contender in the promotion's first U.S. stadium event. Despite entering unranked and aiming to crack the top five, Anderson was knocked out by a precise body kick in the second round at 2:27, an effort later named ONE's best of 2023. The defeat stalled her ranking progress, keeping her outside the elite tier of the division. Returning after over a year away, Anderson faced Victoria Souza on September 6, 2024, at ONE 168: in her hometown, marking the promotion's return to the city. She mounted several submission attempts, including a near-armbar, but Souza's control and striking led to a loss after three rounds. This bout was Anderson's final fight under ONE contract. Over her four bouts in from 2021 to 2024, Anderson compiled a 1-3 record in the division, with her lone win showcasing submission skills amid consistent challenges against ranked opponents. She remained unranked in the division by the end of her tenure, reflecting the competitive depth of ONE's roster.

Release from

On September 9, 2025, released Alyse Anderson as part of a broader roster shake-up that involved the termination of contracts for five fighters, including Reece McLaren, Ahmed Mujtaba, Alexis Nicolas, and Cody Jerome. The decision followed Anderson's recent performance in the promotion, marked by two consecutive losses, and aligned with organizational efforts to purge the roster amid reported financial difficulties for the company. As of November 2025, Anderson holds free agent status, opening opportunities to sign with other promotions, though no specific interests or future bouts have been publicly confirmed.

Fighting style and training

Martial arts background and techniques

Alyse Anderson's martial arts foundation is rooted in grappling, with a particular emphasis on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), where she progressed from blue belt to purple belt status, the latter awarded on January 19, 2023. Her BJJ expertise enables fluid transitions on the ground, allowing her to chain attacks seamlessly from positions like guard to secure dominant holds. Key submissions in her arsenal include the triangle choke, which she has executed as a finishing technique multiple times, often initiating from an open guard to trap opponents' limbs and necks effectively. She also employs the armbar in transitional sequences, using it to extend control before flowing into other chokes or joint locks, showcasing her proficiency in submission chains. In striking, Anderson draws on a balanced stand-up game influenced by kickboxing fundamentals, contributing to her two career victories via strikes such as punches and knees. While not a pure striker, her approach integrates aggressive pressure to close distance, setting up clinch work or takedowns rather than prolonged exchanges at range. This hybrid style complements her base, established during her amateur career where she honed foundational wrestling and submission skills. Anderson's primary strengths lie in her grappling transitions and ground control, where she excels at maintaining top position to neutralize threats and advance to submissions or ground-and-pound opportunities. Her resilience shines in decision-based bouts, often outlasting opponents through cardio and tactical adjustments to secure victories on points. However, vulnerabilities in striking defense, particularly against high-level kickers who exploit range with powerful leg techniques, have led to setbacks in her record.

Training affiliations and camps

Anderson began her professional training career affiliated with Scorpion Fighting System in Michigan, where she honed her foundational MMA skills from her amateur days through 2021. In 2021, she transitioned to MMA Masters in Florida (Miami area), marking a significant shift that allowed her to dedicate herself full-time to professional fighting after signing with ONE Championship; she trained at MMA Lab in Phoenix, Arizona, for her debut camp. Seeking further elevation in her preparation, Anderson joined in , in 2022 for a brief but intensive stint, training alongside world champions and respected coaches to refine her striking and ahead of key bouts like her 2023 matchup against . Following a challenging period sidelined by health issues in late 2023, she relocated to Xtreme Couture in in early 2024, integrating Hybrid Jiu-Jitsu for specialized ground work, which facilitated her physical rebuilding and skill enhancement in a high-level environment; as of 2025, she remains affiliated with Xtreme Couture. Throughout these camp changes, Anderson has trained with notable partners such as former UFC strawweight champion and her coach Pat Barry during altitude acclimation sessions in , as well as Joanna Jedrzejczyk, which boosted her confidence and tactical adaptability for elite competition. She has also worked under coaches like early in her career and benefited from ATT's expert staff, contributing to her progression to a purple belt in . These affiliations have directly influenced her development, with the move to ATT providing exposure to championship-level sparring that sharpened her preparation for fights, while the post-recovery integration at Xtreme Couture enabled a structured return to peak conditioning despite initial setbacks from illness and injury.

Personal life

Education and family

Alyse Anderson attended Mason High School in , where she developed her early athletic interests in sports such as soccer and . Anderson began her college education at in , joining the women's soccer team as a freshman in 2013. During this time, she completed prerequisite courses for a in the medical field. She later paused her studies to pursue a professional career in mixed martial arts but returned to education to obtain her emergency medical technician (EMT) certification, which she used while working on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Anderson was born into a with deep roots in ; her father owned a school, and she began in traditional from infancy. Her mother has provided ongoing support for her athletic pursuits, including encouragement to maintain alongside her . In 2024, her father was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer that had spread to his lymph nodes, lungs, and bones. He passed away in early 2025, an event Anderson has described as heartbreaking, noting he was her biggest supporter and best friend. She has dedicated her future fights to honoring him and has shared her grief publicly on . No public information is available regarding siblings or marital status, and Anderson has no children. Although a native of , Anderson resides in as of 2025, training at MMA Masters in Hialeah. She maintains strong ties to her home state and balances her personal life with frequent for competitions. Outside of MMA, she enjoyed , often spending time on the water with her father.

Health challenges and recovery

In 2023, Anderson experienced a severe scare during a fishing trip in , where a ruptured caused and excruciating that she described as a 10 out of 10 on the . She was rushed to the emergency room, unable to walk, and underwent a 10-hour to address the bleeding and remove the . Following the procedure, complications arose upon her return to , where she struggled with persistent nausea and vomiting, preventing her from keeping food down and leading to significant weight loss that brought her below 100 pounds. The recovery period, spanning from summer 2023 to January 2024, was marked by profound physical weakness and an inability to train or eat normally, exacerbating the mental toll of the ordeal. Anderson later revealed that doctors discovered a growth on her liver, which was removed in a subsequent procedure and determined to be non-cancerous, allowing her condition to stabilize. She described the experience as "the worst pain I've ever had" and admitted it led her to question her future in MMA, stating, "I was so caught up in thinking I was never going to fight again," while avoiding mirrors because "I didn’t see myself anymore... I was just skin and bones." The crisis nearly prompted her to end her career, as the loss of her athletic identity left her feeling uncharacteristically vulnerable. By January 2024, Anderson began rebuilding at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, starting from basic conditioning and gradually regaining strength through consistent daily effort, which she credited with her mental and physical turnaround. This marked the start of her preparation for a return bout later that year, reflecting her resilience amid the setbacks.

Career statistics

Professional MMA record

Alyse Anderson made her professional MMA debut in 2015 and has compiled a record of 6 wins and 4 losses as of November 2025. Her victories include 2 by /technical , 2 by submission, and 2 by decision, while her defeats consist of 1 /technical and 3 decisions. She is currently on a two-fight losing streak.
DateOpponentResultMethodRoundTimeEventLocationWeight Class
November 21, 2015Chrissie DanielsWinTKO (knees and punches)14:21TWC 28: Townsend vs. LozanoLansing, Michigan, United StatesAtomweight
May 14, 2016Rachel SazoffWinDecision (unanimous)35:00TWC 29: Jaynes vs. LamsonLansing, Michigan, United StatesAtomweight
November 12, 2016Tushara VeerellaWinTKO (punches)33:49TWC Pro Series: Anderson vs. VeerellaLansing, Michigan, United StatesAtomweight
August 31, 2017Shino VanHooseLossDecision (split)35:00Invicta FC 25: Kunitskaya vs. Pa'aluhiLemoore, California, United StatesAtomweight
July 21, 2018Stephanie AlbaWinTechnical Submission (triangle choke)23:12Invicta FC 30: Frey vs. GrusanderKansas City, Missouri, United StatesAtomweight
August 9, 2019Katie SaullWinDecision (split)35:00Invicta FC 36: Sorenson vs. YoungKansas City, Kansas, United StatesAtomweight
September 3, 2021Itsuki HirataLossDecision (unanimous)35:00ONE Championship: EmpowerSingapore, SingaporeAtomweight
May 20, 2022Asha RokaWinSubmission (triangle choke)12:04ONE 157Singapore, SingaporeAtomweight
May 5, 2023Stamp FairtexLossKO (body kick)22:27ONE on Prime Video 10: Johnson vs. Moraes 3Broomfield, Colorado, United StatesAtomweight
September 6, 2024Victoria SouzaLossDecision (unanimous)35:00ONE 168: DenverDenver, Colorado, United StatesAtomweight

Amateur MMA record

Alyse Anderson compiled an undefeated amateur MMA record of 6–0 between 2013 and 2015, competing exclusively in the regional Total Warrior Combat (TWC) promotion in . Her amateur success, marked by three submissions, two TKOs, and one decision victory, paved the way for her professional debut later in 2015.
DateOpponentResultMethodRoundTimeEvent
2013-03-30Summer AsburyWinTKO (knees and punches)10:46TWC 16:
2013-05-18Riane OstipowWinSubmission (rear-naked choke)11:53TWC 18: Bulletproof
2013-09-21Brittney RussellWinSubmission (triangle choke)11:40TWC 19: Last Man Standing
2014-03-08Elane SantiagoWinDecision (unanimous)53:00TWC 22: Vital Force
2014-11-22Danielle HuffWinTKO (knees and punches)10:37TWC 26: Townsend vs. Ward
2015-06-20Jen StrazisarWinSubmission (triangle armbar)14:25TWC 27: Townsend vs. Taveirne

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