Jena Bishop is a highly skilled Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner holding a black belt in the discipline and is also a reigning International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation World Champion.
Hailing from St. Charles, Jena is now venturing into professional MMA and has had a successful debut season as a flyweight in the Professional Fighters League. She has progressed to the league’s semifinals and is set to face the undefeated Dakota Ditcheva for an opportunity to compete for a million-dollar grand prize.
The upcoming fight is scheduled for August 2nd in Nashville and will be broadcasted on ESPN+.
Fox 2 Sports reporter Kevin Ryans had the chance to interview Jena as she gears up for her pivotal match.