McKenna earned her spot in UFC by White’s Contender Collection in 2020, and hit the headlines in August 2022 by changing into the primary feminine in UFC historical past to earn a submission win with a Von Flue choke.
Her unique opponent for UFC 244, Polyana Viana, withdrew to get replaced by fellow Brazilian Polastri.
The Welsh fighter scored the one takedown of the bout in Las Vegas, however whereas one decide scored the combat 29-28 in her favour, two judges gave the choice to her opponent 30-27 and 29-28.
“I gave it my all on Saturday evening, and dropping a break up determination towards a tricky opponent on a 2 week discover change up just isn’t how I assumed issues would finish,” McKenna stated.
“However, I am 25 with expertise past my years, out and in of the cage, so I am excited to see how we are able to rebuild and transfer ahead, with no matter life decides is my path.”
