Olympic Wrestling Standout Forrest Molinari Challenges Champion Jaeleen Robledo at RUF 61
In what promises to be one of the most intriguing title fights of early 2025, RUF Nation Featherweight Champion Jaeleen “The Natural” Robledo (2-1-0) is set to defend her belt against decorated wrestler Forrest Molinari (1-0-0) at RUF 61’s Valentine’s Day Massacre on February 15th.
The Challenger's Pedigree: Forrest Molinari
Wrestling Achievements
- 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials finalist
- Multiple-time international wrestling medalist
- Bronze medals at the 2021 World Championships
- Multiple Pan American Championships medals
- Victories at several prestigious international tournaments
MMA Transition
Successful transition to MMA in late 2024 with a unanimous decision victory over Brigid Chase at Borroka 1.
Trains out of The MMA Lab in Phoenix, Arizona.
The Champion's Rise: Jaeleen "The Natural" Robledo
1
Title Victory
Captured the lightweight title with a dramatic second-round guillotine choke victory over Zurina Turrey at RUF 59.
2
Young Talent
At just 20 years old, the San Gabriel native has shown remarkable development in her young career.
3
Finishing Ability
Demonstrates finishing ability both on the feet and on the ground.
Stylistic Breakdown
1
Molinari's Wrestling
Elite wrestling credentials will test Robledo’s grappling defense.
2
Robledo's Finishing
Proven finishing ability in MMA competition could pose challenges for Molinari.
3
Rankings
Robledo is currently ranked #5 among women pound-for-pound in California.
4
Composure
Molinari showed composure in her MMA debut, effectively utilizing her wrestling background to control the full three rounds en route to victory.
High Stakes at Valentine's Day Massacre
Robledo's Perspective
Looking to cement her status as champion against her most accomplished challenger to date.
Molinari's Aims
Aiming to add an MMA title to her extensive collection of wrestling accolades.
Fight Details: RUF 61
Date
Saturday, February 15th
Location
Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, AZ
Coverage
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*Fight card and bout order subject to change.