Mackenzie Dern vs. Amanda Ribas 2 is an upcoming mixed martial arts women’s strawweight matchup promoted and organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This fight is scheduled to headline UFC Fight Night 249 on January 11, 2025, at the UFC Apex Facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. This event will be the first UFC Fight Night taking place in 2025.
As of 2024, Mackenzie Dern maintains a record of 14 wins and 5 losses (14-5-0) and will be making her fifteenth appearance in the UFC. She will be squaring off against Amanda Ribas, who holds a professional MMA record of 13 wins and 5 losses (13-5-0), as of 2024. The duo first clashed at UFC Fight Night: Joanna vs. Waterson in October 2019, with Ribas winning the fight via unanimous decision. In her last fight, Dern squared off against Loopy Godinez in August 2024 and won the bout via a unanimous decision. On the other hand, Amanda Ribas lost against Rose Namajunas in her last fight at UFC on ESPN: Ribas vs. Namajunas.
Mackenzie Dern vs. Amanda Ribas tale of the tape
As per UFC's official website, this is the head-to-head for Mackenzie Dern vs Amanda Ribas,
| Stats | Mackenzie Dern | Amanda Ribas |
| MMA Record | 14-5-0 | 13-5-0 |
| UFC Ranking (Women’s Strawweight) | 6 | 8 |
| Last Fight | Win | Lost |
| Nationality | Brazilian | Brazilian |
| Height | 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m) | 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m) |
| Weight | 115.50 lb (52 kg) | 125.50 lb (57 kg) |
| Reach | 63 in | 66 in |
| Significant Strikes | 39% | 40% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 16% | 51% |
| Takedown Defense | 30% | 85% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 1 | 0 |
| MMA Debut | 2016 | 2014 |
Mackenzie Dern record
Heading into UFC Fight Night 249, Mackenzie Dern maintains a clinical MMA record of 14 wins and 5 losses (14-5-0), as of 2024. Among her wins, seven were achieved by submissions and seven via decisions.
| 19 matches | 14 wins | 5 losses |
| By knockout | 0 | 1 |
| By submission | 7 | 0 |
| By decision | 7 | 4 |
Amanda Ribas record
Heading into UFC Fight Night 249, Amanda Ribas holds an MMA record of 13 wins and 5 losses (13-5-0), as of 2024. Of her victories, four came via knockout, four by submitting her opponent, and five by decision.
| 18 matches | 13 wins | 5 losses |
| By knockout | 4 | 3 |
| By submission | 4 | 0 |
| By decision | 5 | 2 |
FAQs on Mackenzie Dern vs. Amanda Ribas
A. Mackenzie Dern vs. Amanda Ribas is scheduled for January 11, 2025, at UFC Fight Night 249.
A. Mackenzie Dern vs. Amanda Ribas is set to take place at the UFC Apex Facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
A. As of 2024, Mackenzie Dern holds an MMA record of 14-5-0 and is ranked #6 in the women’s strawweight division.
A. Amanda Ribas holds an MMA record of 13 wins and 5 losses (13-5-0). As of December 2024, she is ranked #8 in the UFC women’s strawweight division.
A. Amanda Ribas is a Brazilian citizen.
