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Make it 17 straight! Makhachev sets UFC record for consecutive wins in welterweight title defense
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk DAN GELSTON, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· August 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This was her first title defense in the 115-pound category.
Mackenzie Dern has successfully defended her championship title. She won a unanimous decision victory in a recent fight. This was her first title defense in the 115-pound category.
Dern's record now stands at 17-5. Her previous fight resulted in her winning the vacant strawweight belt. The latest fight was part of UFC 330, which took place on a Saturday night.
Further details about the fight and Dern's victory are available from the source. The outcome of the event has been reported, with Dern emerging as the winner in her title defense.
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Category: local Published: August 16, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Mackenzie Dern has successfully defended her championship title. She won a unanimous decision victory in a recent fight. This was her first title defense in the 115-pound category. Dern's record now…
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