After rounding up its best year in the business, UFC is all set to take the next one even further. Having sorted out the winter fights, the matchmakers have set their focus on spring. With that said, the UFC has booked a match between top strawweight contenders Marina Rodriguez and Yan Xiaonan for their pay-per-view event in March.

Xiaonan’s management firm, Paradigm Sports, confirmed the high voltage clash between the 115-pound elites on Twitter. “It’s official. Yan Xiaonan will take on Marina Rodriguez in a strawweight bout at UFC 272 in Las Vegas on March 5. #UFC272 #GP.”

Notably, UFC President Dana White confirmed that strawweight champion Rose Namajunas will defend her belt against former champion Carla Esparza. All things considered, it is a no-brainer that the clash between strawweight #3 Marina Rodriguez and #4 Yan Xiaonan will serve as a title eliminator.

‘Not My Best Business Night’- Jake Paul Addresses Shocking Pay-Per-View Numbers for His Fight Against Tyron Woodley- Maintains They’re Not Accurate

‘Fury’ is currently 13-2-0 1(NC) in her professional career. The Chinese fighter is battle-tested with remarkable wins over established 115-pounders Angela Hill, Karolina Kowalkiewicz, and recently retired UFC star Claudia Gadelha. However, she lost her last fight to Esparza via a second-round stoppage.

Marina Rodriguez in the race for the title shot 

Marina Rodriguez has shown incredible capability since her UFC debut back in 2018. The 34-year-old, with a record of 15-1-2, currently rides a 3 fight winning streak. After beating Amanda Ribas and Michelle Waterson, she ended 2021 with three wins from three fights by outpointing Mackenzie Dern. For her efforts at the UFC Apex, the Brazilian claimed her maiden UFC post-fight bonus.

Interestingly, both Yan Xiaonan and Marina Rodriguez have only one registered loss in their UFC careers. Both came at the hands of Carla Esparza.

Trending

17.6k readers Last 30 min

Trouble in Store for UFC’s 145 lbs and 155 lbs Division After Islam Makhachev Does the Unexpected Following Colby Covington’s Callout

September 25, 2023 03:35 pm EDT

As Khabib Nurmagomedov Leaves Islam Makhachev’s Side, Russia vs Brazil Debate Ignited by UFC Legend

September 25, 2023 10:53 pm EDT

8 Years Since Illegal Strikes Paralyzed Prichard Colon, Ex-UFC Champion Reduced to Tears After Witnessing His Condition

September 25, 2023 07:11 pm EDT

Is Puka Nacua Related To Dana White? Know the connection between the NFL rising star and the UFC President

September 27, 2023 12:58 am EDT

“He Died Young. He Took Ungodly Amounts of…” – Worried Joe Rogan Reacts to Iconic Bodybuilder Rich Piana’s Death Aged 46

January 06, 2023 11:45 pm EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest UFC stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

WATCH THIS STORY- Top 5 Rivalries in the History of the UFC

Currently, the UFC 272 pay-per-view is still searching for its headliner. However, key bouts such as Edson Barboza vs. Bryce Mitchell and Jessica Eye vs. Manon Fiorot have been confirmed.

Who do you think will take the victory home in this high-voltage strawweight clash? Tell us in the comments below.