Mackenzie Dern became an attraction early in her jiu-jitsu career because of her father, grappling icon Wellington “Megaton” Dias, but now it’s time for the proud father to watch his daughter’s success in the UFC.
Dern defeated Ashley Yoder in her Octagon debut at UFC 222, improving to 6-0 in the sport with a split decision victory in Las Vegas, and “Megaton” spoke with MMA Fighting about her performance in the cage.
“I think she will get to the top because she’s talented,” Dias said. “This fight was a little close, but it is what it is.