Mackenzie Dern prepares for UFC title defense at UFC 330

Mackenzie Dern, the current UFC women’s strawweight champion, is set for her first title defense against Gillian Robertson at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia. Dern, who won the title by defeating Virna Jandiroba at UFC 321, aims to establish herself as the top fighter in her division and achieve Hall of Fame recognition. She has expressed a desire to set records for both victories and submissions, highlighting her intent to leave a lasting impact in mixed martial arts. Robertson enters the fight on a five-bout winning streak, making the matchup particularly significant for both fighters.

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