Erin Blanchfield vs. Manon Fiorot: "Keep her far away from a title shot" - Fans disappointed despite Manon Fiorot getting into Islam Makhachev-led elite club after UFC Atlantic City win

Manon Fiorot secured her status as the number one contender in the flyweight division with a dominant performance at UFC Atlantic City. However, despite the win, a part of the fanbase seems hesitant about her title aspirations.

Fiorot outclassed Erin Blanchfiled over five rounds, clinching a unanimous decision victory and etching her name among the promotion's elite fighters. The 34-year-old utilized her striking advantage to nullify Blanchfield's wrestling attempts, peppering her opponent with clean punches.

Blanchfield, known for her grappling expertise, could not secure takedowns, ultimately resorting to a stand-up battle that heavily favored Fiorot.

This win extends 'The Beast's' UFC win streak to 7 and places her at No. 4 (tied with Tatiana Suarez) for the longest active win streak in the promotion, joining the ranks of fighters like Islam Makhachev and Merab Dvalishvili.

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However, the reception on social media wasn't entirely celebratory. Fans expressed concerns with comments like:

"Zero and I mean zero power and zero drawing ability. Let's keep her far away from a title shot"

"Not too excited for her title contention..."

"Grasso will stop that "hype" train"

"Man that sh*t was boring"

"ez work for Grasso"

Check out some of the fan reactions below:

Manon Fiorot reportedly rushed to hospital following UFC Atlantic City win

Following her hard-fought five-round battle in the main event of UFC Atlantic City, Manon Fiorot was transported to a local hospital for precautionary measures. While details surrounding the hospitalization are yet to be released, according to a report by MMA Fighting, Fiorot is in good spirits.

Despite the detour, 'The Beast' made her championship aspirations known. In her post-fight octagon interview, the French fighter had this to say:

"I fought everyone in the category. I want the title, that’s it. I’m ready no matter what, I want my title shot.”[H/t: MMAFighting]

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