The strawweight women’s bout between Michelle Waterson and Marina Rodriguez was one of the most violent one-sided fights in UFC history. The fight saw Rodriguez completely dismantle Waterson who was unrecognisable at the end of the fight. However, fans noticed Waterson’s daughter in tears after the bloody first round. This led to fans resonating with a quote by UFC veteran Nate Diaz.
Waterson is a fan favorite and has been in the UFC for a very long time. However, Waterson had lost 3 times since her last win in 2020 and looked to get back to her winning ways against Rodriguez in their rematch. Rodriguez was the aggressor throughout the fight and landed some vicious punches and knee strikes which left her opponent bloodied. She dominated the first round and controlled the fight to score a TKO over Waterson in the second round.
Waterson is known for her exciting and dynamic fighting style. She is a skilled striker with a variety of kicks and punches. She is also a good grappler and has submitted several of her opponents. However, she has lost five out of her last six fights but, put up great fights against former champions.
There is no doubt that the “Karate Hottie” is one of the fan favorites. Her charisma and fighting style throughout her career has a special place in her fan’s hearts. Fans will look forward to seeing Waterson get back to her winning ways soon.
Fans react to Michelle Waterson’s daughter crying after the first round
Waterson is a veteran and has been fighting for almost 20 years. However, fans believe that she should not have brought her daughter to the fight. Many fans are quoting Nate Diaz who believes that families should not attend fights. He has said multiple times that he never wants his close ones to look at him knocked out on the cage floor. Check out some of the fan reactions-
Wipe them tears, momma went to work 🙏👌🙌
— CodeCCLG – NZL 🇳🇿 (@CodeCCLG) September 24, 2023I mean why Bring the Kids?? 🥲 Childhood Trauma is real
— Wyk (@wickwick148) September 24, 2023why do fighters keep bringing their kids to these events knowing full well shit like this can happen.
— Rashad Face (@RashadFace_MMA) September 24, 2023Denormalize bringing families to fights
— Connor Peña (@AJenkinsBrother) September 24, 2023This is a brutal sport, I can’t imagine my kid watching me fight in a cage. Gotta respect all fighters.
— NoForkinChance (@TotalQualityMMA) September 24, 2023I really wish fighters didn’t bring their kids to their own fights.
— YAWANDU (@yawandu) September 24, 2023The fight was a huge turning point for Waterson who was not able to bring back her old fighting style. However, fans resonate with her as she was just doing her job and was defeated. Many fans believe that Waterson should retire as she has done enough for her career.
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