Top ten best tattoos in women's MMA

According to a 2012 report from MMA Mania, there's special significance to Liz Carmouche's cute tats."The tattoo on my left side represents a few things," Carmouche said. "One, growing up in Okinawa, it kind of falls into that Asian theme and it also represents the Chinese zodiac for my sister and my mother and I didn't want to go with my rat sign so I went with the normal Pisces so I threw a fish in there as well."What does it mean when a person gets their own name inked on themselves? For Cris Santos, it represents strength, confidence and swagger.Not everyone can pull off the "selfie" tattoo, but Santos does it with style.Tattoos can get ugly in a hurry when they become too cluttered, which is why Rothenhausler kept it simple with matching stars on her ribs.The 23-year-old gets extra props because the ribs are notorious for being an incredibly painful spot for ink.View the list »
Cris Santos has one of the best tattoos in women's MMA

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According to a March 19 report from Invicta FC, Veronica Rothenhausler is well-prepared to do battle with Mollie Estes on Apr. 5 at Invicta FC 5.

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Rothenhausler, a tattooed 23-year-old knockout artist, fights Estes in a key 145-pound bout on the Invicta FC 5 undercard.

"I was bred to be a warrior. I’m strong, fast, and instinctive. Not many girls are built like I am," Rothenhausler said. "It doesn’t matter where we are. Once we step in there, that’s my cage. I’m going to make a statement with this fight."

Rothenhausler has plenty of folks to thank to help her prepare for her Invicta FC 5 war.

"Urijah Faber, our newest addition Duane Bang, my cornerman Justin Buchholz, Chad Mendes, Danny Castillo, Lance Pamldale, Joe Benevidez, Dustin Akbari, and every person who’s in that gym working to be better," Rothenhausler said. "Everybody at Torque for always looking out for me. Team Alpha Male is taking over the world!"

Rothenhausler says she keeps a level head come fight night, never letting emotion get the best of her.

"My mood never really changes," Rothenhausler said. "I get in the zone right before I walk out, but I like to stay calm and do my thing. Apparently I’ve been called out on how much I frown which is hilarious to anyone who knows me. Someone even called me 'the blue collar knockout frowner!' Points for creativity for sure."

In honor of Rothenhausler, here's a look at the top ten best tattoos in women's MMA.

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  • Tattoos can get ugly in a hurry when they become too cluttered, which is why Rothenhausler kept it simple with matching stars on her ribs.The 23-year-old gets extra props because the ribs are notorious for being an incredibly painful spot for ink.
  • What does it mean when a person gets their own name inked on themselves? For Cris Santos, it represents strength, confidence and swagger.Not everyone can pull off the "selfie" tattoo, but Santos does it with style.
  • According to a 2012 report from MMA Mania, there's special significance to Liz Carmouche's cute tats."The tattoo on my left side represents a few things," Carmouche said. "One, growing up in Okinawa, it kind of falls into that Asian theme and it also represents the Chinese zodiac for my sister and my mother and I didn't want to go with my rat sign so I went with the normal Pisces so I threw a fish in there as well."
  • Marloes Coenen is a true MMA legend, and she has fought around the world. During her travels, she got tattooed in Japan while checking out a Shooto fight. The piece on her rib cage looks like it was painful, but it was so worth it.
  • Ediane Gomes has several tattoos, but the one she's most known for is the cross on her belly. She's going to need all the help she can get when she steps into the cage opposite Cris Santos on Apr. 5, so it can't hurt to butter up the big guy in the sky with a belly tat in his honor.
  • Jasminka Cive's belly tat is filled with perplexity, creative design and intrigue. She's set to battle Bec Hyatt on Apr. 5 at Invicta FC 5, live from Kansas City, Missouri.
  • Every time Raquel Pennington steps into the cage, it seems that she's more inked up than ever. Pennington has tattoos all over her body, including on her forearms and rib cage. Not many would be surprised to see her have a full sleeve someday.
  • Bec Hyatt's left arm features a cupcake and what appears to be a gingerbread cookie, while her right arm has leopard print and other goodies. She also has neck and bosom tats.
  • Right before River Jones hits her opponents with a right cross, they may see some bright colors before the knockout blow hits them.Jones' right arm is decorated with a gorgeous flowery scene, complete with precise shading and intricate design.
  • Nicdali Rivera-Calanoc earns the nod for the No. 1 spot with her gorgeous gladiator ink that adorns her left side.Rivera-Calanoc was slated to fight on Apr. 5 at Invicta FC 5, but she was forced to bow out due to injury.
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