UFC Women's Strawweight Division
Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, United States
07.05.2023, 03:00
On the 7th of May, the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, will host a highly anticipated bout between Marina Rodriguez and Virina Jandiroba in the UFC Women's Strawweight division. The fighters are expected to deliver a riveting and dynamic performance as they both strive for victory.
Claim Your Welcome Bonus!Marina Rodriguez - Brazilian fighter with impressive record
Marina Rodriguez is looking to bounce back from a recent defeat in the third round by Amanda Lemos. Having earned 16 victories throughout her professional career, the fighter has secured six knockouts and nine decision wins. Her only other loss came via split decision against Carla Esparza. Rodriguez has demonstrated her impressive striking skills against a variety of opponents, including Xiaonan Yan, Mackenzie Dern, Michelle Waterson Gomez, and Amanda Ribas. While she has secured several victories by decision, Rodriguez is not one to leave anything up to the judges.
Virna Jandiroba - experienced submission specialist
As Virna Jandiroba prepares for her upcoming match, she comes in with a record of 3 wins in 4 fights, with her only loss coming from Amanda Ribas via unanimous decision. With a remarkable 14 submission wins, Jandiroba is no stranger to the Octagon and has shown her skills and experience in the strawweight division. She is known for not leaving anything to chance and often securing victories in the early rounds. Jandiroba won the Invicta FC Strawweight Championship against Janaisa Morandin in 2018, using an arm triangle choke to secure the win in the second round. With her sights set on continuing her winning streak, Jandiroba will undoubtedly be looking to leverage her submission skills in this fight against Rodriguez.
| STATS | MARINA RODRIGUEZ | VIRNA JANDIROBA |
|---|---|---|
| AGE | 36 | 34 |
| HEIGHT | 5.6'' | 5.3'' |
| REACH | 65 | 64 |
| PRO RECORD | 16-2 | 18-2 |
Expert Betting Tips
Rodriguez aims to keep the fight standing, unleashing her striking skills and outclassing Jandiroba, who will work towards taking the fight to the ground and go for the submission win. Rodriguez's striking skills are exemplary, showcasing her powerful punches and kicks. In addition, she has a commendable ground game, defending herself against submissions, and pulling off takedowns of her own.