[4][5][6][7] She was part of the British team at the 2016 International Federation of Muaythai Amateur World Championships in Jönköping, Sweden, winning gold.

Immersed in this environment from a young age, Dakota began her training in various martial arts disciplines, including kickboxing, Muay Thai, and later, Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

[13][14][15] Before transitioning to professional mixed martial arts (MMA), Dakota competed in kickboxing and Muay Thai, winning championships in both disciplines.

In May 2016, she represented Great Britain at the International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) World Championships, where she earned a gold medal in the female junior 57 kg division.

[citation needed] In April 2021, Dakota secured a first-round stoppage victory over fellow debutant Jenny Line at Cage Steel 25.

[24] Ditcheva faced Lisa Mauldin at PFL 1 on April 4, 2024 and won the bout by technical knockout by a knee to the body and punches.

[27][28] Ditcheva next faced Jena Bishop in the semi-finals of the 2024 Women's Flyweight tournament at PFL 7 on August 2, 2024, winning the bout via TKO in the first round.