Mackenzie Dern not expecting title shot if she beats Yan Xiaonan, feels a former champ is 'good next step'

LAS VEGAS – Mackenzie Dern’s ultimate goal is to be UFC champion, but she still feels she needs to get a bit more experience before getting the opportunity.

The UFC strawweight contender returns to the cage this Saturday, as she’s set to take on Yan Xiaonan in the main event of UFC Fight Night 211. It’s a big fight for the division and one that can have big consequences.

As one of the more popular names in the weight class, some think Dern (12-2 MMA, 7-2 UFC) could be knocking on...