Pros React After Mackenzie Dern Dominates Gillian Robertson at UFC 330
The co-headliner of tonight's UFC 330 pay-per-view featured a women's strawweight championship bout between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson.
Dern, with a record of 17-5 in MMA, was making her first appearance since claiming the promotion's then-vacant strawweight world title at UFC 321 last October. The Brazilian jiu-jitsu expert had secured victories in her previous three Octagon fights, including a submission win over Amanda Ribas.
Meanwhile, Gillian Robertson (17-9 MMA) entered her inaugural UFC title fight on a five-bout winning streak. "The Savage" was last seen in action in March, where she earned a unanimous decision against Amanda Lemos. Prior to that win, the Canadian standout had achieved a second-round TKO victory over Marina Rodriguez.
The UFC 330 co-main event concluded with a commanding performance from Mackenzie Dern. The reigning champion outperformed the challenger in both striking and grappling throughout their twenty-five-minute contest, ultimately securing a unanimous decision victory.
Official UFC 330 Results: Mackenzie Dern def. Gillian Robertson via unanimous decision (49-46 x2, 48-47)
Below are the reactions from fellow professionals regarding the 'Dern vs. Robertson' fight:
Post-fight reactions to Dern's victory over Robertson at UFC 330:
Following her win over Gillian Robertson this evening in Philadelphia, who would you like to see Mackenzie Dern face next? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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