Ronaldo Rodriguez faced a setback at UFC Mexico City, starting with missing weight for his fight.
Prior to the event, Rodriguez was considered a top prospect. However, he weighed in at 127lbs for his flyweight bout against Kevin Borjas, exceeding the limit and forfeiting 20% of his earnings.
Despite the weight miss, the Mexican fighter was optimistic about securing his third consecutive UFC victory and moving closer to the flyweight rankings.
Ronaldo Rodriguez Shares Message with Fans After Defeat
Ultimately, Rodriguez suffered his first UFC loss, with Borjas winning by unanimous decision and disappointing the local fans.
A notable moment during the fight was when Borjas knocked Rodriguez down, but Rodriguez quickly and unusually bounced back to his feet, surprising commentators.
Despite fan disappointment, Rodriguez maintained a positive attitude after the fight.
“F—, we lost but we put on a show! That`s what matters. Laugh, you guys, why are you acting depressed? Keep your head up,” Rodriguez stated in an Instagram post with his team.
“F—, we lost but put on a show! That is what matters. Laugh you idiots, why you guys acting all depressed? Keep your head up,”
Rodriguez, despite being early in his UFC career, has a significant Instagram following of over 2 million, making him one of the most popular non-champion fighters in the UFC.
What`s Next for Ronaldo Rodriguez?
Following his first UFC defeat, it`s crucial for the UFC to provide Rodriguez with a suitable opponent for his next fight.
A potential matchup against Spanish flyweight Daniel Barez could be an exciting contest, offering both fighters an opportunity to return to winning form.
Alternatively, a Mexican showdown between Rodriguez and Victor Altimarano at a UFC event in Guadalajara could be a thrilling prospect.
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