At the age of 15, Larissa Pacheco discovered her passion for martial arts through Muay Thai training. Her dedication led her to train daily, and within a year, she had her first amateur fight. In the following years, Larissa continued to compete, participating in multiple fights in 2012 and 2013. Notably, she claimed the Jungle Fight Women's Bantamweight Championship by defeating Irene Aldana at Jungle Fight 63.
During her career, Larissa faced a setback when she suffered a broken arm, leading to a lengthy recovery process that involved undergoing two surgeries. Over the course of three years, she focused on rehabilitating her arm, relocating to Rio de Janeiro and teaching Jiu Jitsu while planning her return to MMA. During this time, Larissa also contributed to Erica Paes' social project, which empowered women through self-defense training. Additionally, she gained recognition for her role in the popular Brazilian TV show "A Força do Querer," where she starred alongside renowned actress Paolla Oliveira.
In the Professional Fighters League, Larissa achieved a significant milestone by winning the 2022 PFL Women's Lightweight Championship, which came with a remarkable prize of 1 million USD. She also holds the Jungle Fight Women's Bantamweight Championship with a successful defense. Larissa's accomplishments extend to the WOCS Featherweight Championship in the Watch Out Combat Show. Her remarkable upset victory over Kayla Harrison in 2022 earned her the title of "Upset of the Year".
Weighing in at approximately 145 pounds, Larissa Pacheco's weight aligns with his competitive category in the fighting world.
Boasting a reach of 69 inches, Larissa Pacheco employs this attribute strategically during his matches.
Larissa Pacheco's credentials include a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, reflecting his mastery in this martial art.