#annosman

28-year-old Ann Osman has defied many stereotypes and social barriers on her way to becoming Malaysia's first professional female mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter. Osman is one of few Asian women joining this male-dominated sport and has become a role model for women and girls.

"One girl that was writing to me said she was in an abusive relationship and when she saw me fighting it really inspired her to leave that relationship, which to me really meant a lot," she says.