Mackenzie Dern prepares for Gillian Robertson at UFC 330 on August 15

Mackenzie Dern is set to face Gillian Robertson at UFC 330 on August 15, following a change in opponents. Initially expected to defend her title against Zhang Weili, Dern expressed excitement about the matchup with Robertson, who criticized her submissions. Dern aims to submit Robertson, who leads the UFC in women's submissions, and prove herself as a top grappler. The bout marks Dern's first title defense after winning the vacant strawweight championship in October 2025. She is determined to showcase her skills and silence any doubt regarding her capabilities as a jiu-jitsu practitioner.

• 10:46 PMYahoo Sports — Mackenzie Dern motivated to submit Gillian Robertson and prove a point at UFC 330 after challenger's jiu-jitsu 'shade'