Carol Foro vs Gigi Canuto — Fight recap

Carol Foro defeated Gigi Canuto by unanimous decision over three rounds on August 8, 2026, in a striking-heavy contest where Foro's superior accuracy and volume overwhelmed her opponent's grappling attempts. Foro landed 106 significant strikes at a 61% clip compared to Canuto's 56 at 52%, establishing clear striking dominance with particular success to the body (30 of 38) and head (64 of 120).

Though Canuto secured four takedowns and controlled 6:10 of the fight, Foro's relentless striking pace and footwork prevented sustained damage, controlling just 50 seconds while maintaining distance and timing. The judges' unanimous verdict reflected Foro's consistent output across all three rounds despite being taken down and held more frequently.

Foro's striking efficiency positions her as a rising threat in the division, while Canuto's grappling-heavy approach fell short against a composed, technical striker.