Miranda Maverick: "Straight thug", "Straight robbery" - MMA world divided over Rose Namajunas' decision win against Miranda Maverick at UFC Atlanta

Rose Namajunas got back to winning ways against Miranda Maverick in the co-main event of UFC Atlanta. The bout was a competitive affair, with both flyweight contenders having moments of dominance. But the judges' awarded the former champion a unanimous decision win 30-27, 30-27 and 29-28, which has sparked debate amongst MMA fans.

Namajunas arguably had the biggest moments of the fight, which included dropping her opponent with a crisp left-hook. But Maverick's grappling skillset was on full display as she was able to control 'Thug Rose' for portions of the fight.

After the bout, the UFC's official page on X shared the following:

"Back to winning ways! @RoseNamajunas earns a UD win at UFC Atlanta"

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However, one fan did not agree with the decision, as @kryptchamp reacted with the following:

"Straight robbery"

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Former Bellator MMA fighter, and Conor McGregor's ex-grappling coach, Dillon Danis, was elated to see the former champion back in action. He took to X in a since-deleted post and wrote:

"Rose Namajunas is a straight thug. Goes after it every time she steps in there. Love watching her fight."

Several fans questioned the judges' scorecards, writing:

"30-27 twice?"

"29-28 Maverick"

Another fan acknowledged the competitive nature of the contest, reacting with:

"Could've seen it either way, good win for Rose."

See more reactions below:

Screenshot of fan reactions to Rose Namajunas beating Miranda Maverick

Namajunas has aspirations of returning to the throne she once held. A victory over a surging contender in Maverick, who was on a four-fight winning streak, will send a message to UFC matchmakers that 'Thug Rose' still belongs at the top echelon of the sport.

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