UFC strawweight contender Marina Rodriguez believes she has never been closer to a title fight. Now paired up against Yan Xiaonan for an important fight at UFC 272, the Brazilian feels like there is a chance that a title shot could be within her reach with another dynamic victory.
In an interview with Ag Fight, Rodriguez showed nothing but respect towards her opponent, but believes the pairing favors her style. In fact, she hopes to score another TKO win against Xiaonan, to really make a statement to the promotion about her title run.
“We knew we would have to have another great test before we got to the belt.