UFC flyweight Ronaldo ‘Lazyboy’ Rodriguez faced a tough night at UFC Mexico, leading to an unexpected hospital visit. Rodriguez, who holds a professional record of 17 wins and 3 losses, weighed in a pound over the limit the day before the event, causing him to miss weight. This weight issue preceded his catchweight bout against Kevin Borjas, which Rodriguez ultimately lost.
Following the fight, Rodriguez documented his experience on Instagram. He expressed gratitude to the Red Cross, crediting them for their excellent service. In his post, Rodriguez mentioned, “Had some complications related to my weight cut, but we’re good. My wife Nina Medina is taking care of me.” His Instagram also featured images that highlighted the challenges he faced during his weight cut.
The defeat against Borjas ended Rodriguez's two-fight win streak in the UFC and broke a remarkable seven-fight winning run dating back to 2020, which included victories in promotions like LUX and iKon. In another Instagram post, he shared his determination, stating, “We lost and they shut me up, but we always get back up.”
Despite the setback, Rodriguez's opponent, Borjas, offered encouragement in a response to Rodriguez’s post, urging him to “give it his all.” Although Rodriguez's next steps in the UFC remain uncertain, the upcoming Noche UFC event set for Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, presents a viable opportunity for his return to the octagon.
