Yesterday Claudia Gadelha blasted “weak fighter” Carla Esparza in a lengthy social media post, now “The Cookie Monster” has responded. The pair have an ongoing rivalry dating back to their Invicta FC days back in 2013.

We reported a few weeks back that the UFC was targetting a bout between Gadelha and Esparza. Gadelha claims that Esparza is refusing to accept the fight and told her “you want money little girl? Step in the octagon and fight”. Esparza has now taken to her Instagram page to respond to Gadelha:

“If I remember correctly, I showed up, weighed in, and stepped in the cage to fight you Claudia Gadelha TWO times. And YOU did not show up!!! The second time because you cut so much freaking weight that you went to the hospital.

I also showed up on TUF 20 expecting to fight you (that makes it 3x), and again, YOU did not show up. Why?? Because you were too heavy to make the weight!!! Sorry if I walk around at 125lbs, and you get up to 155lbs. Too scared to fight people your own size???

I’ve proven time after time I will show up to fight you, but just because you scream and cry like a little brat, does not mean you will bully me into your way. Trust me, the fight will happen. I wasn’t scared to fight you then, I’m not scared to now.

I haven’t had a full camp in 2 years, so I think it’s fair to ask for that. When I take this fight, I want to be at my best. I’m going in there to win.?? Cookie Monster out? drops the mic ? ”



Shots fired! It appears Esparza is more than willing to accept the fight, however she wants a full camp in order to take the bout, with Gadelha wanting to fight sooner.

What’s your opinions on the situation, is Esparza “scared” of Gadelha? Who would win if the two were finally to face off? Let us know in the comments below.

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