Exciting Bouts Announced for UFC Denver Card in July
Exciting news for UFC fans as new bouts are announced for the upcoming Denver card in July, featuring a mix of established fighters and up-and-coming prospects. Headlining the event is the highly anticipated showdown between Maycee Barber and Rose Namajunas, sure to draw attention from MMA enthusiasts. With three welterweight matchups and fighters like Mike Malott, Santiago Ponzinibbio, and Gabriel Bonfim on the card, UFC Denver promises to be an electrifying night of fights fans won’t want to miss.
Rose Namajunas Prioritizes Health Over Strawweight Return
Former strawweight queen Rose Namajunas is unlikely to move back to strawweight due to the tough weight cut she has experienced. Despite a loss in her flyweight debut, she is set to make her sophomore appearance in the main event at UFC on ESPN 53. Namajunas expressed feeling healthier and more confident at flyweight, emphasizing the impact on her physical condition and ability to absorb head strikes. She clarified that she does not plan on holding two belts simultaneously and indicated that moving back down to strawweight is not a viable option for her due to health concerns, sparking discussions about the physical demands and risks associated with weight cuts in combat sports.