Mackenzie Dern reveals inspiration from Charles do Bronx to win the belt at UFC 321

Mackenzie dern e Charles of the Bronx Brazilians are prominent in the UFC. Photo: Motagem SUPER LUTAS

Mackenzie dern want to follow in the footsteps of Charles of the Bronx and win the Ultimate belt. The Brazilian dispute the title strawweight (up to 52,3 kg) against her compatriot Virna jandiroba in the co-main event of UFC 321, scheduled for next Saturday (25), and believes that the parallels between her trajectory and that of the 'Blurred Lion' can lead her to success.

In a press conference during 'Media Day', Mackenzie highlighted her pride in her MMA career and stated that the difficulties she faced throughout her career made her a more mature athlete and prepared to reach the top. The fighter compared her journey to that of Charles of the Bronx, citing the similarities between both, from the great potential recognized at the beginning to the ups and downs experienced before reaching the peak.

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“I'm proud of my journey. I think it will help me become a great champion. These adversities I've faced have made me stronger. I see myself as similar to Charles of the Bronx: someone they saw as having great potential, who had ups and downs, who has been around for a long time, has all these finishes and, when he became champion, a lot of light shone on him,” said Mackenzie.

After winning several titles in the gentle art, Mackenzie dern She arrived in the UFC with the status of a future champion. Her MMA record was four wins and no losses. However, after two triumphs in the organization, she suffered her first setback. Amanda ribas. The Brazilian had a four-game winning streak that took her to the top of the division, but another defeat, this time to Marina Rodriguez, made her take a step back. After ups and downs, Mackenzie has 10 wins and five losses in the UFC and is now fighting for the belt for the first time.