Rose Namajunas On Track for Title Shot After Victory over Tracy Cortez at UFC on ESPN 59

In a thrilling women's flyweight bout at UFC on ESPN 59, former strawweight champion Rose Namajunas proved her prowess by defeating Tracy Cortez in a unanimous decision. The event, held at Ball Arena in Denver, showcased Namajunas's skills and solidified her position as a top contender in her weight division.

Namajunas (14-6 MMA, 11-5 UFC) wasted no time asserting her dominance, displaying quick strikes and a diverse mix of punches and kicks. Just two minutes into the fight, Namajunas landed a clean punch that knocked off one of Cortez's eyelashes, but she couldn't capitalize on it to finish the fight. However, her offensive prowess persisted throughout the rounds.

Cortez (11-2 MMA, 5-1 UFC), hoping to capitalize on the opportunity to replace the injured Maycee Barber, put up a formidable fight in the second round, but Namajunas maintained her superior striking and speed. Namajunas also showcased her grappling skills with a well-executed takedown at the end of the round.

The third round saw Namajunas dominate on the ground once again, taking Cortez down and showcasing her strong submission defense. Cortez briefly returned to her feet, only to be sent back to the mat. As the fight drew to a close, Namajunas landed a solid front kick to Cortez's face, further solidifying her victory.

Namajunas's control in the clinch and her ability to secure takedowns demonstrated her complete skill set, establishing her as the superior fighter throughout the match. Despite Cortez's tenacity in the final round, she was unable to find a way to stop Namajunas.

Following her impressive victory, Namajunas took the opportunity during the post-fight interview to call for a shot at the UFC flyweight title. With back-to-back main event victories, including her win over Amanda Ribas in March, Namajunas stands tall as a top contender in her division.

For Cortez, it was her first loss in the UFC, marking an end to her undefeated run. The Dana White's Contender Series veteran had secured five wins, all by decision, before encountering Namajunas's superior skills.

Namajunas's victory has undoubtedly put her on track for a shot at the title, and the UFC flyweight division should be prepared for her relentless pursuit of championship gold.