Amanda Ribas is excited about a possible fight against Michelle Waterson: 'It would be good for me'

A. Ribas (left) and M. Waterson (right) could face each other. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

After his first setback in Ultimate against Marina Rodriguez, the promise of straws (up to 52,1kg.) Amanda ribas Already looking at your next step. In an interview with ‘MMA fighting’, the Brazilian revealed that she wants to reschedule her fight against Michelle Waterson. The fighters would face each other in UFC 257, but the North American withdrew from the card, for undisclosed reasons.

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“I think it would be a good match. As we already agreed to this before and it was scheduled, we just need to agree again. There is good press for this fight, which would be beautiful to watch. Fans want to see it. The UFC has agreed to this idea in the past, so it would be a good fight for us. And she is ranked above me, which would be good for me,” said Amanda.

When asked about Waterson's technical fit, the Brazilian stated that she knows the qualities of her possible opponent, but has good 'weapons' to surprise her.

“I think it’s a difficult matchup for me. So, I have to work on guard, takedowns and ground attacks. She not only defends on the ground, but she also attacks, so I have to have my jiu-jitsu super sharp”, analyzed the fighter.

At 27, Amanda ribas came from four dominant victories in Ultimate, until being knocked out by Marina Rodriguez. Even so, it continues to occupy tenth place in the category ranking. Considered one of the biggest promises born on Brazilian soil, Amanda has a record of ten wins and two losses in her career.

Yes, Michelle Waterson, 35, is a former Invicta FC champion and is eighth in the strawweight division. Currently, the North American has a record of 18 triumphs and eight setbacks. In his last fight, in UFC Las Vegas 10, she defeated Angela Hill in the judges' split decision.

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