Mackenzie Dern claimed the vacant UFC women’s strawweight championship Saturday at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, defeating Virna Jandiroba via unanimous decision with scores of 48-47, 48-47, and 49-46. The 32-year-old fighter’s victory over Jandiroba marked her second consecutive win over the Brazilian and her first UFC title in nine years of MMA competition.
Mackenzie Dern Pours Her Heart Out After UFC 321 Championship Victory
Following her triumph, Dern shared her emotional response on social media, expressing gratitude to her support system and recognizing the magnitude of her achievement. She posted:
“UFC Strawweight WORLD CHAMPION!