Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson full fight video highlights

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - On August 15, 2026, Mackenzie Dern faced off against Gillian Robertson in an intense UFC strawweight championship fight at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. Dern (17-5) emerged victorious via unanimous decision, with scores of 49-46, 49-46, and 48-47.

The fight began with Dern showing her aggressive side through her jabbing and controlling Robertson's head. Robertson attempted a takedown, but Dern held strong and continued to maintain control, pushing Robertson to the fence. Robertson reversed the position but was quickly separated by Dern.

Dern broke up a jab battle with a left hook, displaying a power advantage over Robertson. The champion continued to control Robertson, moving to her half guard and hunting for a kimura. Robertson broke up the attempt, but Dern remained persistent, moving to Robertson's back and securing a hook. Dern attempted a choke, narrowly missing as Robertson managed to defend. The round was scored 10-9 in favor of Dern.

The second round saw Dern secure a takedown early, displaying her technical prowess and controlling Robertson's guard. Robertson attempted a reversal, but Dern stayed ahead, forcing Robertson to defend the leg. The round concluded with Dern maintaining top position. The score was 10-9 in favor of Dern.

In the third round, Dern continued her impressive performance, showing springy footwork and efficient strikes. Robertson attempted a takedown, but Dern took it to the back, working for a choke. Robertson managed to turn into it and secure the position, but it was not enough to salvage the round. The round ended with Dern on top, as the score was 10-9 in her favor.

The fourth round began with Dern on the offensive, with a takedown attempt that secured her back on Robertson. Dern aggressively worked for a back take, dominating Robertson and keeping her legs in position to attack. Robertson connected with a left jab and landed a few jabs of her own, but it was not enough to change the tide. The round was scored 10-9 in favor of Dern.

The final round was a showcase of Robertson's last-ditch effort to salvage the fight. She chased Dern and threw out strikes, but her efforts fell short. Dern secured a takedown, and although Robertson managed to get on top, it was not enough to secure a finish. The round was scored 10-9 in favor of Dern, with an overall score of 49-46 in favor of Dern.