Marina Rodriguez: Amanda Ribas striking with me would be risk at UFC 257

ABU DHABI – Marina Rodriguez spoke to the media Tuesday ahead of UFC 257.

Rodriguez (13-1-2 MMA, 2-1-2 UFC) discussed her strawweight bout against Amanda Ribas (10-1 MMA, 4-0 UFC), rebounding from her first career loss, her expectations for her opponent to avoid striking and grapple instead, where she fits into the 115-pound division, and more.

UFC 257 takes place Saturday at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPN and ESPN+.

Watch the complete video of Rodriguez’s media day appearance above.