Natalia Silva claims world title ahead of potential fight with Shevchenko
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
At UFC 332, Natalia Silva won the women's flyweight championship by defeating Wang Cong via unanimous decision. Silva controlled the fight, consistently outpacing Cong and securing all three rounds. Following her victory, Silva is poised for a highly anticipated matchup with Valentina Shevchenko, who congratulated her on social media and reiterated her intent to reclaim the championship. Payton Talbott also made headlines by defeating Deiveson Figueiredo by first-round TKO, further solidifying his status as a rising contender.
- •Silva defeated Wang Cong by unanimous decision at UFC 332.
- •Shevchenko expressed intent to challenge Silva for the title.
- •Talbott TKO'd Figueiredo in the first round.
- •Next fights for Silva and Talbott are anticipated in early 2027.
- •Other contenders like Alexa Grasso and Fatima Klyne are building their resumes.
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Natalia Silva vs. dominant champion: more fights to make after UFC 332
"Big fights are ahead for Natalia Silva and others after UFC 332
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