Mackenzie Dern Set to Defend Title Against Gillian Robertson at UFC 330

Mackenzie Dern is gearing up for her inaugural defense of the UFC strawweight championship against a formidable challenger. This matchup against Gillian Robertson is highly anticipated as both fighters are on impressive winning streaks.

Dern (16-5 MMA, 11-5 UFC) claimed the vacant 115-pound title after her victory over Virna Jandiroba at UFC 321 in October 2023. The 33-year-old, known for her grappling prowess as a former ADCC world champion, is currently enjoying a three-fight winning streak.

On the other hand, Robertson (17-8 MMA, 14-6 UFC) is entering this bout with momentum, having triumphed in seven of her last eight outings. Her recent five-fight winning streak, which features notable victories over Marina Rodriguez and Amanda Lemos during the co-main event at UFC Fight Night 269, has earned her this title opportunity.

As the fight approaches, current odds from FanDuel indicate that Dern is a -188 favorite, while Canada’s Robertson stands as a +146 underdog.

The fight is scheduled to take place at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on Saturday, August 15, 2026, and will be broadcasted via Paramount+.