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Grappling Titans Jandiroba and Dern Vie for UFC 321 Championship
25 Oct
Summary
- Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern, top grapplers, meet for strawweight title
- Jandiroba on 5-fight win streak, Dern won 2 straight, both improved since 2020 fight
- UFC 321 takes place on October 25, 2025 in Abu Dhabi
On October 25, 2025, two of the best grapplers in women's MMA, Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern, will meet again in the main event of UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi. This time, the stakes are much higher, as the winner will be crowned the new UFC strawweight champion.
Jandiroba has been on a roll, piecing together a 5-fight win streak built on her pressure, durability, and constant improvement. Her latest victory over Yan Xiaonan last month pushed her to the front of the strawweight title contenders. Dern, on the other hand, has won her last two fights and looked sharper than ever in her victory over Amanda Ribas earlier this year. While Dern's submission instincts remain unmatched, she has also developed more composure on the feet.
The two grapplers previously faced off in 2020, with Dern edging Jandiroba by decision. However, both fighters have grown significantly since that encounter. Jandiroba has added layers to her striking, while Dern's composure and athletic maturity have become more pronounced. This highly anticipated rematch promises to be a thrilling battle between two of the best submission specialists in the women's strawweight division.
