Tatiana Suarez ready to prove herself at UFC 312 after overcoming injuries
Tatiana Suarez is set to fight Weili Zhang at UFC 312, marking a comeback after overcoming significant injuries and health challenges. She aims to prove her worth in women's MMA.
Tatiana Suarez, a prominent figure in women's MMA, has faced numerous challenges on her journey to the octagon. As she prepares for UFC 312, where she will face the Chinese strawweight champion Weili Zhang, Suarez reflects on her tumultuous path in the sport.
Having battled thyroid cancer and suffered from debilitating neck and knee injuries, Suarez is finally set to showcase her skills after a long hiatus. Despite her talent and previous accolades, including winning The Ultimate Fighter in 2016, she has yet to compete for a UFC championship.
Suarez acknowledges the changing landscape of women's MMA, with stars like Amanda Nunes, Zhang, and Valentina Shevchenko etching their names in history while she has been sidelined. Her coach Betiss Mansouri has always believed in her potential, rallying with confidence that she is the next big thing in the UFC.
Her determination remains strong, as she states, "Knowing I'm the best... that's what has kept me going." The fighter is resolute in her belief that she can achieve her dreams despite the setbacks she has faced over the years.
Now, with a perfect record of 10 consecutive wins, Suarez is eager to prove that she can indeed be a champion. With her grit and talent on full display at UFC 312, the MMA community anticipates an exciting showdown.
