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New Flyweight Queen Crowned: Shevchenko Eyes Belt
4 Oct
Summary
- Natalia Silva claimed the vacant UFC women's flyweight title.
- Shevchenko vacated the belt due to injury but vows a swift return.
- Silva secured the championship with a unanimous decision victory.
Natalia Silva is the new UFC women's flyweight champion after her victory over Wang Cong at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City. Silva secured the vacant 125-pound title with a unanimous decision, with judges scoring the bout 49-46, 48-47, and 48-47.
Valentina Shevchenko, who had to vacate the championship due to a shoulder and back injury, congratulated Silva. However, Shevchenko also took to social media to declare her intention to reclaim the belt, stating, "I'm coming soon for my belt!" This marks Silva's ninth consecutive win in the UFC.
Silva's win extends her impressive winning streak to 14 fights. She demonstrated strong movement and striking throughout the bout, and also incorporated grappling, securing three takedowns and a knockdown in the fourth round. This victory cements her status as the fourth undisputed champion in the division's history.
