Rose Namajunas cleared to train after eye surgery, calls for stricter rules

Rose Namajunas has received medical clearance to return to training three months after sustaining an eye injury at UFC 324 against Natalia Silva. The former UFC strawweight champion underwent surgery and has now fully recovered from both the eye injury and a thumb injury sustained in the same fight. Namajunas posted an update on social media advocating for stricter penalties for eye pokes, suggesting immediate point deductions even for accidental infractions due to their potential long-term health consequences. She expressed gratitude that her injuries were not more severe and is now preparing to return to competition, though details about her next fight remain limited.