There still seems to be a number of stumbling blocks holding up the future of the UFC's strawweight championship. Incumbent titleholder, Zhang 'Magnum' Weili has been constantly linked with a second attempted title defence of her reign, as former division queen, 'Thug' Rose Namajunas looms large in wait. A number of weeks back, promotional leader, Dana White noted how … [Read more...] about Zhang Weili expected to defend her title ‘this year in Asia’
Carla Esparza
Report: Targeted pairing of Carla Esparza and Amanda Ribas off UFC 256 card on December 12th.
A targeted pairing of former UFC strawweight champion, Carla 'Cookie Monster' Esparza, and streaking grappler, Amanda Ribas won't take place at UFC 256 on December 12th. in Las Vegas, Nevada - as originally planned. According to a report by MMA Fighting reporters, Guilherme Cruz, Mike Heck, and Damon Martin - the December 12th. date proved problematic - with plans currently … [Read more...] about Report: Targeted pairing of Carla Esparza and Amanda Ribas off UFC 256 card on December 12th.
Report: Carla Esparza vs. Amanda Ribas targeted for UFC 256 on December 12th.
An intriguing strawweight matchup between inaugural UFC and Invicta FC division champion, Carla 'Cookie Monster' Esparza, and surging grappling talent, Amanda Ribas is currently in the works for UFC 256 on December 12th. - with a location and venue for the event yet to be determined by the promotion. Attempting to continue her route to a second title challenge under the … [Read more...] about Report: Carla Esparza vs. Amanda Ribas targeted for UFC 256 on December 12th.