Mackenzie Dern
Record: 13-4
Recent Fights:
- Loss to Amanda Lemos (Decision, 2024)
- Loss to Jessica Andrade (TKO, 2023)
- Win against Angela Hill (Decision, 2023)
- Loss to Xiaonan Yan (Decision, 2022)
- Win against Tecia Pennington (Decision, 2022)
Dern is renowned for her exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills, with a strong record in submissions and a few notable wins via armbar and rear-naked choke. Her striking has improved but remains a work in progress compared to her grappling. Dern’s main strength is her ability to transition from striking to grappling and secure submissions.
Loopy Godinez
Record: 10-4
Recent Fights:
- Loss to Virna Jandiroba (Decision, 2024)
- Win against Tabatha Ricci (Decision, 2023)
- Win against Elise Reed (Submission, 2023)
- Win against Emily Ducote (Decision, 2023)
- Win against Cynthia Calvillo (Decision, 2023)
Godinez is a versatile fighter with strong performances in both striking and grappling. She has a solid record of wins and tends to excel in decision victories. Her striking is technical and effective, and she has shown the ability to handle a variety of opponents.
Fighting Styles and Strategy:
Dern: Will likely focus on using her grappling to close the distance and take the fight to the ground. Her goal will be to secure a submission, so look for her to pressure Godinez into a grappling exchange where she can use her superior BJJ skills.
Godinez: Needs to utilize her striking to maintain distance and avoid getting caught in Dern’s grappling. She should focus on outstriking Dern and avoid being taken down.
Keys to Victory:
Dern: Effective grappling and submission game. She needs to get the fight to the ground quickly and avoid prolonged exchanges on the feet.
Godinez: Strong striking and takedown defense. Her ability to keep the fight standing and capitalize on her striking opportunities will be crucial.
Prediction:
Given Dern's high-level grappling and submission skills, she has a significant advantage if she can get the fight to the ground. However, if Godinez can avoid the takedown and manage her striking effectively, she has a chance to win by decision. I predict Mackenzie Dern to win by submission, likely in the first or second round, if she can implement her grappling strategy successfully.
