Fiorot is confident in physical advantage as she prepares to face Namajunas at flyweight

Former two-time UFC women's strawweight champion, Rose Namajunas, will be stepping into the octagon at 125 pounds for the first time.

Manon Fiorot in a file photo [Image Credit: Twitter@UFC]
By Mohit | Jul 4, 2023 | 2 Min Read follow icon Follow Us

Former two-time UFC women’s strawweight champion, Rose Namajunas, will be stepping into the octagon at 125 pounds for the first time. However, her upcoming opponent, Manon Fiorot, remains skeptical about Namajunas’ physical preparedness for the challenge. Fiorot, who believes she possesses superior strength and size, also claims to have the edge in various aspects of mixed martial arts.

Fiorot is confident in physical advantage as she prepares to face Namajunas at flyweight

Expressing her confidence, Fiorot highlights her physical advantages over Namajunas, asserting that a few months may not be enough time for her opponent to adequately prepare for the move up to the flyweight division. She believes that her height and strength give her a significant edge in power and size. While Namajunas is known for her technical skills and tenacity, Fiorot remains undeterred, convinced that she will outperform her opponent.

According to Fiorot, her superiority extends beyond physical attributes, encompassing all facets of MMA. She confidently claims to excel in wrestling, standup, and grappling, bolstering her belief that she holds a substantial advantage over Namajunas. As the former top-ranked flyweight prior to Alexa Grasso’s victory over Valentina Shevchenko. Fiorot sees a decisive win against Namajunas as her path to becoming the number one contender.

While the UFC has not explicitly designated Fiorot as the next in line for a title shot, she firmly believes that a standout performance against Namajunas will place her in contention. Acknowledging the potential significance of the upcoming matchup between Erin Blanchfield and Taila Santos on August 26. Fiorot remains confident that her performance will warrant consideration for the top contender spot. She trusts that her skills, combined with a convincing victory, will speak for themselves.

As Rose Namajunas prepares for her flyweight debut, she will face a formidable opponent in Manon Fiorot. The French fighter exudes confidence in her physical advantages, including height, strength, and size. Fiorot also claims superiority across multiple MMA disciplines, making her a well-rounded and imposing adversary. While her status as the number one contender remains unofficial. A commanding performance against Namajunas could potentially catapult Fiorot into the forefront of the flyweight division.

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