After a less than ideal start to his UFC Mexico City appearance, which included missing weight, Ronaldo Rodriguez has addressed his fans following his recent fight.
Entering the UFC Mexico City event last Saturday, Rodriguez was considered a top prospect to watch. However, the day before his bout with Kevin Borjas, ‘Lazy Boy’ failed to make weight, registering 127lbs. He chose not to cut further, surrendering 20% of his earnings to Borjas.
Despite this setback, the Mexican fighter remained optimistic about securing his third consecutive UFC victory and moving closer to flyweight rankings.
Ronaldo Rodriguez Shares Message with Fans After Loss
Unfortunately for Rodriguez, he experienced his first defeat in the UFC against Borjas, who secured a unanimous decision victory, disappointing the local supporters.
A striking moment in the fight occurred when Rodriguez was knocked down by Borjas but quickly and uniquely returned to his feet, surprising commentators.
Although his fanbase was disappointed by the outcome, Rodriguez maintained a positive outlook after the fight.
“F—, we lost but put on a show! That is what matters. Laugh you idiots, why you guys acting all depressed? Keep your head up,” Rodriguez stated in an Instagram post while traveling with his team.
Despite being early in his UFC career, Rodriguez has already accumulated over 2 million followers on Instagram, making him one of the most popular non-champion fighters in the organization.
What`s Next for Ronaldo Rodriguez After First UFC Loss?
Given that this is Rodriguez’s first UFC loss, it’s crucial that his next matchup is carefully considered by the promotion.
A potential matchup with Spanish flyweight Daniel Barez could be an exciting contest for fans, offering both fighters an opportunity to return to winning form.
Alternatively, a Mexico versus Mexico fight between Rodriguez and Victor Altimarano at the UFC’s Noche event in Guadalajara could create an explosive fight.
