Former Cage Warriors champion Molly McCann suffers defeat at a recent event in London. McCann faces setbacks and plans a drop to the strawweight division.
Molly McCann, a former Cage Warriors champion, faced a disappointing loss at the recent event in London. While other UK fighters celebrated impressive victories, McCann struggled against Julija Stoliarenko in the co-main event. Stoliarenko secured a quick victory with an armbar submission in under two minutes.
McCann’s Past Struggles
This defeat adds to McCann’s recent setbacks. Last year, she faced a defeat by Erin Blanchfield at UFC 281, which halted her rise in the 125-pound division. McCann had hoped to bounce back from that loss, but Stoliarenko proved to be a formidable opponent.
A Shift in Weight Class
In light of her recent defeats, McCann has decided to make a drop to the strawweight division. However, before making the move, she has been advised to focus on improving her overall skills in mixed martial arts. Michael Bisping, a former UFC champion, emphasized the importance of well-rounded skills and suggested that McCann should dedicate time to enhancing her jiu-jitsu abilities.
Advice from Michael Bisping
Bisping acknowledged McCann’s entertaining fighting style and praised her boxing skills. However, he highlighted the need for improvement in her ground game, particularly in jiu-jitsu. Bisping advised McCann to take time off from competing and travel to different parts of the world to learn from various martial arts styles and grappling techniques. By doing so, McCann can return as a more well-rounded and improved fighter.
McCann’s Future
It remains uncertain whether McCann will follow Bisping’s advice. In her first post-fight statement, she expressed her intention to make a swift return to the octagon and emphasized her commitment to moving down to the 115-pound weight class. Only time will tell if McCann can overcome her recent setbacks and make a successful comeback.
Fight Results
| Fighters | Result | Method | Round | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann vs. Julija Stoliarenko | Loss | Armbar Submission | 1 | <2 minutes |
