“Worst UFC Fight of All-time” – Joe Rogan, Sean O’Malley & Others React to Lackluster Rose Namajunas vs Carla Esparza UFC 274 Title Fight

8 years ago, UFC saw the birth of the most important 115 lbs strawweight division for women. This match-up between the two elite martial artists paved the road for women to join the top ranks. With ‘Rowdy’ Ronda Rousey running through her opponents, fans were all set to welcome ‘Thug’ Rose Namajunas & Carla’ Cookie Monster’ Esparza, as the inaugural strawweight title bout took place at The Ultimate Fighter 20 finale.

In the end, it was Esparza who managed to cement her place at the top. This win over the former champion has added another feather to her cap. She managed to secure a win via a split decision as the final scoreline of 48-47, 49-46, and 48-47 favored Esparza.

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The Cookie Monster has regained her champion status following an impressive performance at UFC 274. Esparza who is a known wrestler relied on her ground game to once again dominate the bout. It seems like ‘Thug’ Rose still needs to put in work in the wrestling department to stand a chance at besting Esparza. With that win, the first inaugural strawweight champion becomes only the second woman to regain her title.

MMA Community reacts to the lackluster UFC 274 co-main fight

The fight on paper seemed to guarantee fireworks but turned out to be devoid of any action. Even after the four rounds, both fighters only managed to land minimal strikes, and Esparza only earned a couple of takedowns.

Ugh not lookin good

— Sean O’Malley (@SugaSeanMMA) May 8, 2022

Fans not only booed the matchup, but even Twitter users showcased similar reactions.

The commentary wasn’t satisfied either as DC, Joe Rogan, and Jon Anik nominated the fight as the worst ever.

It’s round 4 and the debate on commentary is as to whether this is the worst UFC fight of all time or merely one of them. Not a great sign.

— Ben Fowlkes (@benfowlkesMMA) May 8, 2022

UFC Icon, Joe Rogan held nothing back as he furiously stated that the early rounds shouldn’t be scored. He said, “Nothing happened. They should be 0-0 rounds.”

Joe Rogan: “Nothing happened. They should be 0-0 rounds.”

He’s not wrong. Why do we have to give 10 points to someone? This is really, really bad. #UFC274

— Adam Martin (@MMAdamMartin) May 8, 2022

Maybe Ben Askren is onto something here, if fighters continue to hesitate then red and yellow cards should return. UFC needs pride rules to avoid title fights like this believes the retired mixed martial artist.

Can we get Yellow and Red Cards back.

— Funky (@Benaskren) May 8, 2022

Prominent MMA journalist, Ariel Helwani offered his take on the matter, as he defends both combatants. Helwani claimed that the fight was more technical than fans could see. He even drew comparisons with a chess match and praise both women.

I actually find the criticism of this fight to be off base.

It’s a super high level fight. A ton at stake. They can’t all be rock ‘em sock ‘em robots. Is it the most action-packed fight ever? No, but the tension and chess match is intriguing, and I’m not trying to be a hipster

— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) May 8, 2022

The criticism continues to rain in and even Esparza admitted that no one really wants to be a part of such fights.

that girl title fite was so borin. nobody really wanted it. really disappointing

— Bryce Mitchell (@ThugnastyMMA) May 8, 2022

How did you score the fight? Leave your thoughts below.

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