Women’s flyweights Maycee Barber and Erin Blanchfield are scheduled to face off in the main event of UFC Vegas 107 on May 31. In this Erin Blanchfield UFC Vegas 107 fight preview, Barber downplayed her opponent’s skill set while expressing confidence in her own ability to dominate.
Erin Blanchfield has made a strong impression since her UFC debut, securing decisive wins against notable fighters. Her only defeat to date was a competitive bout against recent title challenger Manon Fiorot. Despite Blanchfield’s solid grappling reputation, Barber challenged her overall fighting prowess ahead of their highly anticipated matchup.
Maycee Barber critiques Blanchfield’s fighting style
During the UFC Vegas 107 media day, Barber described Blanchfield as a limited fighter focused mainly on grappling and wrestling. She openly dismissed Blanchfield’s striking ability and finishing threat.
“I think Erin’s a one-dimensional fighter, and I think I’ve made that pretty known. She has her grappling and she has her wrestling ability, but aside from that, I don’t think she’s a great striker. She’s not a finisher, and she’s not a dangerous fighter.”
—Maycee Barber, UFC fighter
Barber further emphasized her own aggressive approach, stating her intention to inflict damage regardless of how the fight unfolds.
“She has some submission wins, but what makes me different from her is I go out there to hurt you, and I go out there to make you bleed. I think that’s what’s going to be my advantage. I don’t care where the fight goes. Whether it’s standing or on the ground, I’m going to finish Erin Blanchfield.”
—Maycee Barber, UFC fighter
Barber aims to secure title contention with UFC Vegas 107 victory
Currently enjoying a six-fight winning streak in the UFC, Maycee Barber is confident she will extend it to seven by defeating Blanchfield. She views this bout as a critical step in positioning herself as the next challenger for the UFC women’s flyweight championship.
Barber highlighted the stakes during the interview, saying that a dominant win could firmly establish her as a top contender.
“I think that this is a perfect opportunity for me to showcase my skills and to get a finish and get a dominant win and continue my win streak, put it at seven and solidify my spot at the belt… I believe that I should be next in line for the belt with a dominant performance, a dominant finish, and putting my name out there and doing what I need to do.”
—Maycee Barber, UFC fighter
This fight is not only a test of Barber’s unbeaten momentum but also a pivotal moment in the women’s flyweight division as she attempts to move closer to a championship opportunity. The outcome of UFC Vegas 107 could reshape the contenders’ landscape and set the tone for future matchups in this competitive weight class.