“I think she’s the most experienced fighter I’ve ever fought,” Blanchfield said. “She has been in the UFC since I was in high school, I believe, but skillset wise I think I match up great with her. I think it’s striker versus grappler. I think she’s going to probably try and stay away from me, but she’s not going to be able to do that for 15 minutes. I’m excited to show off on Saturday.”
Both of Blanchfield’s wins in the UFC have come by decision, which is something she wants to change going forward. Although she has been happy with her performances, her next step of improvement would be to start earning some finishes. Three of her eight wins have come by finish, two by knockout and one by submission.
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At this level, Blanchfield knows that the difference between winning a fight and finishing a figh, comes in the small details and improvements.
“I feel like I’ll be able to capitalize anywhere,” Blanchfield said. “I feel like my striking has improved, my clinch game, my wrestling, my jiu-jitsu. I feel like anywhere I’ll be able to control the fight.”
A victory this weekend could push Blanchfield right into the rankings, which is something that she understands. However, it isn’t something that she’s focused on.
“I feel like if I win, I should be in the rankings. You never know, but that’s definitely the goal.”
