The UFC 306 press conference got extra spicy between flyweights Ode Osbourne and Ronaldo Rodriguez! And the UFC CEO Dana White almost got caught in the crossfire. Osbourne, a Jamaican powerhouse, wasn’t pulling any punches in the verbal arena. Not one to be outdone, Rodriguez got fired up and responded in kind.

The Jamaican Sensation’ is looking to snap a two-fight losing streak at ‘The Sphere’ when he takes on Rodriguez. On the other hand, his opponent, ‘Lazy Boy’ is just getting started on his UFC run with one win via submission already under his belt. With high stakes for both men at UFC 306, the press-conference interaction between them showed glimpses of fireworks that may be unleashed inside the Octagon once the doors shut behind them!

Dana White finds himself in between flyweights almost throwing down at the UFC 306 pre-fight press conference

Ode Osbourne fired off the back-and-forth by stating “Who has he fought though? If you look at my resume, I’ve fought almost everybody in the flyweight division. I respect the Mexican people and Mexican Independence, viva Mexico, but I’m from Jamaica, every Ode Osbourne fight that y’all see is an exciting fight, tune in, I guarantee it, tune in Saturday night, I’m coming to show out and I’m coming to put him to sleep. Good night.”

Osbourne’s confidence was oozing, almost daring Rodriguez to come at him. But Rodriguez wasn’t about to back down. He might be known as ‘Lazy Boy’ but there was nothing ‘lazy’ about his response as an incensed Rodriguez said, “What’s gonna happen is I’m gonna break your face. ”

Bold, right? You could almost feel the air thicken as the two exchanged heated words. The crowd, no doubt, felt the simmering intensity too. So, what’s fueling this beef? Osbourne further stated that, “We’ll see… keep that same energy… I hope you bring that same energy…Who’ve you fought… Dude, your record… You lost to a dude I knocked out in 30 seconds, sit down. Who’ve you fought, get past me, I’m the real test.”

Rodriguez quickly fired back, reminding Osbourne that this card is as much his moment as anyone’s. “You’re on this card because of me, shut the f**k up, shut the f**k up. ” Rodriguez shot back. He didn’t stop there, adding another jab by stating, “…save that check, it’s the last one you’re gonna get. After this fight they’re gonna take you out of here. ”

The back-and-forth felt like watching two bulls about to charge, with Dana White caught in the middle, trying to play the role of referee before any fists could fly. This fight has all the ingredients of a classic. And for Ronaldo Rodriguez, ‘The Sphere’ is his golden opportunity to make his mark in the promotion!

‘Lazy Boy’ is gunning for the flyweight title and wants to make a statement at ‘The Sphere’

‘Lazy Boy’ isn’t here just to compete, he’s here to take the crown to Mexico. With just his second fight in the promotion at UFC 306, he’s already made his intentions clear to the flyweight division and UFC boss Dana White!

But what makes Rodriguez so confident? During a pre-fight conversation with media members, the Mexican prospect stated, “I can’t find any other explanation besides God’s will to have me here today. I think this September 14 I will sign the plans that God has for me and what I’ve been saying, ‘I’ll be the new Mexican champion in the UFC.”

His opponent, Ode Osbourne, brings experience and a reputation for delivering explosive performances. But Rodriguez isn’t fazed as he confidently proclaimed, “I see myself ripping heads off and taking one step closer to my dreams.”

To wrap things up, with tempers flaring at the pre-fight press conference and words exchanged like punches, it’s clear that both fighters are bringing more than just skill to the Octagon—they’re bringing fire. Will Ode Osbourne’s experience prevail and get him a much needed win, or will Ronaldo Rodriguez’s confidence push him one step closer to UFC gold? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!