Former strawweight champion Rose Namajunas is gearing up for a fresh challenge in her MMA career. She explained that her decision
Former strawweight champion Rose Namajunas is gearing up for a fresh challenge in her MMA career. She prepares to make her flyweight debut against top-five contender Manon Fiorot on September 2. After two successful stints as the queen of the strawweight division. Namajunas is ready to conquer new territory and test herself against a different set of opponents.
Namajunas’ decision to move up in weight comes after her lackluster performance against Carla Esparza in May 2022. When she lost her strawweight title. The defeat prompted her to reflect on her career and make changes that would better suit her evolving body and fighting style.
The former champion acknowledges that as she matured. Her body started changing making weight cuts more strenuous. She emphasized the need to prioritize her physical health and well-being by avoiding extreme weight cuts and focusing on building strength and size.
Namajunas is enthusiastic about the prospect of facing Manon Fiorot in her flyweight debut. She explained that her decision to move weight classes was influenced by a desire to face new challenges and avoid redundancy in her career. While a trilogy bout with current strawweight champion Zhang Weili doesn’t excite her. The opportunity to compete in the flyweight division against opponents like Fiorot does.
Fiorot is ranked No. 2 in the flyweight division and she has been on a winning streak with five victories inside the Octagon. Her impressive record includes wins over formidable opponents making her a worthy adversary for Namajunas’ debut in the division.
Namajunas is drawn to Fiorot’s striking skills and well-rounded MMA background. She sees Fiorot as a true martial artist who brings a unique style and swagger to the octagon. Namajunas is excited about the challenge Fiorot presents and believes that her opponent’s skills will bring out the best in her as a competitor.
The decision to face Fiorot was an easy one for Namajunas who felt genuinely interested in the matchup. Despite her initial reservations about traveling. She recognizes that stepping out of her comfort zone and embracing new experiences is essential for personal growth. Namajunas cited her positive experience in Abu Dhabi during the COVID-19 pandemic as an example of how stepping out of her comfort zone has been rewarding and beneficial for her.
With a victory over Fiorot, Namajunas could potentially earn herself a title shot in the flyweight division. Adding another layer of significance to the upcoming matchup.
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