Ailin Perez Makes History at UFC 311
Argentine bantamweight star Ailin “Fiona” Perez made history at UFC 311 with a decision victory over elite contender Karol Rosa. The unanimous decision win not only marked the biggest achievement of her MMA career, but also highlighted her style and confidence, capped off with her iconic twerking celebration. Ailin Perez Makes History at UFC 311!
Underdog Defies Expectations
Before the fight, Perez came in as a huge underdog against the experienced Rosa. However, she wasted no time in proving the critics wrong. From the start of the bout, Perez showed relentless aggression and creativity in her punches. A perfectly executed spinning back fist in the first round left fans and commentators talking.
As the fight progressed, Perez maintained control. During the second round, he combined clean strikes with effective ground-and-pound dominance. Even UFC commentators Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier noted Rosa’s lack of urgency, which allowed Perez to dominate the pace and build a solid lead.
Rosa’s Late Effort Was Not Enough
In the final round, Rosa tried to change the course with more aggressiveness. He landed a strong leg kick that momentarily discomfited Perez and left a noticeable bruise on his forehead. However, it was too late. The judges rewarded Perez’s consistency with a unanimous decision victory.
A Celebration That Stole the Show
Following the victory, Perez delighted fans with his signature twerking celebration, a moment that has become his personal trademark. This gesture perfectly closed Dana White’ s first pay-per-view event in 2025, leaving an indelible mark on the night.
The Inspiring Journey of “Fiona”.
Ailín Pérez’s trajectory is a story of resilience. She began her martial arts training in Zárate, Argentina, and went from practicing kung fu and sanda to training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and MMA. Today, she is a rising star in the UFC women’s bantamweight division.
What’s next for Ailín Pérez?
This historic win at UFC 311 is expected to propel Perez into the top 10 of the bantamweight rankings. Fans are eagerly awaiting his next fight as he continues his path to title contention. In the meantime, you can delve deeper into his story by watching his recent interview on Luchando Al Éxito with JC Llamas. There, Perez talks about the challenges, sacrifices and determination that led her to shine on the UFC 311 stage.
