Erin Blanchfield puts out six-word statement after career's biggest win over Rose Namajunas at UFC Edmonton
Erin Blanchfield secured a unanimous decision victory over Rose Namajunas in a compelling co-main event that showcased a clash of styles. The five-round bout unfolded as a tale of two halves.
In the initial rounds, Namajunas utilized her striking skills to establish dominance. The former two-time strawweight champion effectively used her jab and maintained distance to outstrike Blanchfield, displaying her experience and technical prowess.
However, the fight took a turn in the later rounds as Blanchfield ramped up her pressure. The New Jersey native began to push forward aggressively gaining control on the ground and making her presence felt in the octagon.
Her relentless pace paid off in the third round and continued into the fifth as she sought to tip the scales in her favor. The fourth round became crucial as both fighters delivered strong performances, leaving the judges to decide the outcome.
When the final scores were announced Blanchfield emerged victorious with 48-47 from all three judges. This victory marked a significant rebound for the 25-year-old who had previously lost a decision to Manon Fiorot earlier this year.
Following her victory, Blanchfield took to social media to celebrate the achievement with photos from the fight and expressed her emotions with a caption that read:
"Put my whole heart into it ❤️🫶🏼"
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A look into Erin Blanchfield's UFC career so far
Erin Blanchfield's journey in the UFC has been marked by significant achievements since her debut in 2021. Initially set to fight Norma Dumont as a late replacement, Blanchfield’s first official match came against Sarah Alpar at UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Spann, where she secured a unanimous decision victory.
Her notable performance against Miranda Maverick at UFC 269 included a record-breaking eight takedowns. Blanchfield showcased her grappling skills by finishing JJ Aldrich with a guillotine choke and submitted Molly McCann via kimura in the first round at UFC 281.
In a high-profile matchup against Jéssica Andrade in Feb. 2023 she won by submission earning the Performance of the Night award. Blanchfield later defeated Taila Santos in Aug. 2023 by unanimous decision.
Despite facing her first setback against Manon Fiorot in March 2024, Blanchfield bounced back with this notable win over Rose Namajunas, solidifying her position in the title conversation.