After a pro career that stretches back more than a dozen years, Ariane da Silva has decided to hang up her gloves.

Jena Bishop (11-3) submitted da Silva (18-12) with an armbar in the first round on the prelims at PFL San Diego on Saturday at Pechanga Arena. The loss was her first in the PFL after she debuted in the promotion with a win over Sumiko Inaba three months ago in Pittsburgh.

Prior to that, da Silva had three straight setbacks to close out a 14-fight run in the UFC, where she went 6-8 over a run of more than six years. Her final fight in the promotion was a decision loss to Wang Cong at UFC 316 for which she missed weight by six pounds.

In the UFC, da Silva’s six wins included a pair of post-fight bonuses for submissions. The 32-year-old Brazilian ends her career with 10 stoppages in her 18 wins.

“Officially retired from MMA.

Everything has a beginning, a middle, and an end. Yesterday was the last time I stepped into the cage, bringing to a close a journey of nearly 13 years as a professional MMA fighter, with the privilege of competing in the biggest organizations in the world.

I’m grateful for everything this sport has given me; for every opportunity, every lesson, and every door it opened along the way. I gave my best to help women’s MMA grow, even knowing that, at times, my best may not have been enough.

My hope is that I played a small part in creating more opportunities for the next generation. More importantly, I hope the young women who are just beginning understand that they don’t have to compromise their values ​​to become champions. Honor should never be sacrificed, because the people we choose to honor are often the ones who help us go the farthest.

I’ve learned that defeat is painful. It’s bitter, but it shapes our character and prepares us for real life. I’ve also learned that victory is sweet and filled with joy, but it can deceive the heart of anyone who isn’t grounded in something greater.

To everyone who stood by me throughout this journey, supporting me, believing in me, and cheering for me regardless of the outcome,thank you from the bottom of my heart.

The Queen of Violence is done.

Now, Ariane is ready for a new season of life.My prayer is that, in every step ahead, the Lord Jesus Christ will be glorified.”