LAS VEGAS – Jennifer Maia can breathe a little easier now that she’s got a win under her belt.
The former UFC women’s flyweight title challenger ended a two-fight losing skid at Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 215. Maia (20-9-1 MMA, 5-5 UFC) defeated Maryna Moroz (11-4 MMA, 6-4 UFC) by unanimous decision on the preliminary portion of the card.
It was the first time Maia entered a bout with two consecutive defeats. She’s relieved that number didn’t extend to three.
“I’m obviously very happy,” Maia told reporters, including MMA Junkie. “I feel like a cleansed soul after a win. I feel like I could’ve done more, but I tried to fight smart and intelligently to come out with the win.”
Maia admits she felt pressured going into UFC Fight Night 215. She felt like she was in a must-win situation.
“Surely, obviously coming off the losses and also fighting someone below me in the rankings, it’s an added pressure,” Maia said. “I needed this win for myself.”
For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie’s event hub for UFC Fight Night 215.
