Canadian Strawweight sensation Gillian Robertson will be taking on Brazilian Marina Rodriguez on May 3rd in Des Moines, Iowa.
Robertson posted the matchup on her Instagram account today.
Riding a 3-fight win streak, Robertson has been making significant strides in the UFC’s strawweight division, and is currently ranked 12, only 3 places behind her rival Rodriguez, who sits at #9.
Robertson holds a plethora of UFC records, including most submission wins in UFC Women’s history, and most finishes in UFC Women’s Flyweight division history to name only two.
Marina Rodriguez holds a professional record of 17 wins, 5 losses, and 2 draws. She is currently sitting 1-4 in her last 5 fights so this match should be do-or-die for her.
She is recognized for her striking abilities and has been a prominent figure in the strawweight division.