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Regina Tarin Wins Short-Notice UFC Debut in Mexico City by Unanimous Decision

The 21-year-old Mexican prospect, who recently passed on a WWE opportunity, improved to 8-0 and emerged as one of the UFC’s youngest fighters.

Overview

  • Tarin stepped in to replace Sofia Montenegro and faced Ernesta Kareckaite at a 130-pound catchweight on three days’ notice.
  • She won on scorecards of 30-27, 30-27 and 29-28 after a competitive striking battle that included a third-round takedown.
  • Backed by the home crowd, she advanced to 8-0 as a professional with six finishes.
  • Video shared by reporter Rodrigo Del Campo Gonzalez showed Kareckaite’s coach angrily reacting at cageside to the decision.
  • Tarin trains at Bonebreakers MMA, holds a BJJ purple belt, recently tried out at WWE’s Performance Center, and said after the fight she is ready for any opponent.