Breaking: Marina Rodriguez vs. Virna Jandiroba in the works for UFC 288
UFC fans can look forward to an exciting matchup between the two top-ranked Brazilian strawweights, Marina Rodriguez and Virna Jandiroba, who have agreed to go head-to-head in the octagon at UFC 288. The highly anticipated showdown is set to take place on May 6, promising an explosive fight between two skilled fighters.
As the highly anticipated UFC 288 event draws near, fight fans are eagerly anticipating the announcement of the venue and location. The card boasts an impressive lineup, with the likes of Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo headlining the event alongside the return of Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush.
Among the other matchups is a clash between top-ranked Brazilian strawweights Rodriguez and Jandiroba.
Rodriguez, ranked No. 4 and Jandiroba, ranked No. 10, are both highly skilled fighters who have been making waves in the UFC strawweight division. The stakes are high for both fighters as they look to climb the ranks and cement their status as top contenders in one of the most competitive weight classes in the UFC.
Marina Rodriguez, with a record of 16-2-2, is eager to bounce back from a recent setback, having suffered a third-round knockout defeat to Amanda Lemos in November. Despite this loss, Rodriguez will be confident after defeating top contenders such as Amanda Ribas, Michelle Waterson-Gomez, Mackenzie Dern, and Yan Xiaonan.
Meanwhile, Virna Jandiroba, with a record of 18-3, is coming off a win over Angela Hill in May 2022. The former Invicta FC champion has had a mixed record under the UFC banner, with a 4-3 record. However, Jandiroba recently signed a new four-fight deal with the UFC, signaling her commitment to continue competing at the highest level.
UFC 288 will feature Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush on May 6
Charles Oliveira, the former lightweight champion, will square off against skilled contender Beneil Dariush at UFC 288, a highly anticipated pay-per-view event scheduled for May 6.
Although the location and venue have yet to be announced, fight fans are eagerly anticipating this matchup, which promises to be a high-stakes clash between two of the best in the division.
Top UFC lightweights will battle it out at UFC 288 on May 6 💥
UFC has not officially announced the bout, but Charles Oliveira referred to it as official on social media and sources told @bokamotoespn Beneil Dariush's side has agreed. https://t.co/up2uPIgkxH
Oliveira will aim to recover from his loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 280, which ended his 11-fight win streak. Oliveira previously won the title by beating Michael Chandler and defending it against Dustin Poirier, but lost it on a scale against Justin Gaethje. Oliveira faces Beneil Dariush at UFC 288 in May, in a fight that could potentially have title implications.
Beneil Dariush, a 21-fight UFC veteran, has won eight straight fights since 2018. He has recorded notable victories over Tony Ferguson, Drew Dober, and Frank Camacho, among others.