'Cyborg' Justino: Ronda Rousey has never fought someone like me

Updated MAR 05, 2015 11:26a ET

After yet another quick and decisive win over a tough opponent this past week at UFC 184, Ronda Rouseyis again on the searchfor a challenging opponent. And, as has often happened before, the feared name of InvictaFC 145-pound champion Cris "Cyborg" Justino came up as a possible new foe for the UFC's 135-pound champ.

Rousey and UFC president Dana White continue to insist that Justino would need to come down in weight in order to challenge the face of women's MMA. In a recent interview with Bruce Buffer and TJ DeSantis on the "It's Time" podcast, "Cyborg" said that she'll try to do whatever it takes to make the super-fight happen. You can listen to the full podcast below.

The Brazilian is confident that Rousey would have a tougher time against her than she has against every other opponent she's faced thus far. "Ronda has never fought somebody who punched her face," she said.

"You know, I think Miesha Tate punched a couple times, and [Ronda] wasn't comfortable. Of course, because she's not a striker. But, I think she's never fought like me."

Justino is well-trained on the ground as a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, but her specialty is the type of Muay Thai stand-up striking that she used to defend her title last Friday in just 46 seconds against Charmaine Tweet. Rousey has showed a willingness to throw punches, and even has two KO wins to her credit.

However, the two-time judo Olympian is still a takedown and arm-bar specialist. Rousey has also appeared to have a power and athleticism advantage over most opponents.

Justino believes that wouldn't be the case if they fought one another. "I think there will be a difference in power, and a difference in strikes," she said.

"I don't think she can do what she does to all the girls, with me. I don't know. Maybe, maybe not. But, I don't think so. Man, she's good at judo, but I don't think she can do [to me] what she does to the other girls."

Justino went on to say that she recently signed a seven-fight contract with Invicta, to fight at 145 pounds, but that there's a possibility that she could fight lighter. If she has her way, her and Rousey will meet at a catchweight of 140 pounds, where they would each have to compromise a bit.

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'Cyborg' Justino: Ronda Rousey has never fought someone like me

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