M. Rodriguez in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Living a great moment in her career, the Brazilian Marina Rodriguez he knows what he needs to do to get closer to the long-awaited fight for the strawweight belt (up to 52,2kg). In a statement given on the media day of the UFC 272, which takes place next Saturday (05), the Brazilian athlete stated that she needs a convincing victory over the Chinese yan xiaonan to continue pursuing the goal of fighting for the world title.
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“I come from three significant victories, knocking out, scoring two main event, I am very determined and willing to show even more in this fight on Saturday. I hope to win in a very convincing way to reach the end of the year to compete for the title”, said Marina.
Trying to control her 'excitement', the Brazilian fighter was sincere in saying that she doesn't believe her next fight will be for the belt, even if she beats the Chinese athlete.
“I believe that Carla (Esparza) is next, I've already said this in other interviews, and I need to put on a very convincing fight and win significantly to determine that I will be the next challenger after Carla's fight with Rose (Namajunas). It's a battle of styles. Whoever has the best style on the day will win. I don’t have any predictions, for me anyone who wins would be a great fight for me, so whatever”, concluded Rodriguez.
Current number three in the ranking at 52,2kg, Marina has been riding on the back of three consecutive victories in the organization. Her last defeat was in July 2020, to the likely next challenger Carla esparza. The athlete from Rio Grande do Sul has a record of 15 triumphs, one setback and two draws in her career.
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