UFC 332: Natalia Silva captures flyweight title, options for top fighters emerge
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026

At UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, Natalia Silva secured the vacant women's flyweight championship after a 25-minute battle against Wang Cong. This event established new records for the most KOs and Round 1 KOs in a single UFC card. Silva’s next defense could be against Valentina Shevchenko or a rematch with Alexa Grasso. Meanwhile, Payton Talbott, who defeated Deiveson Figueiredo, is seeking a significant matchup, possibly with Cory Sandhagen. Other fighters, including Esteban Ribovics and Wang Cong, are also looking for their next opponents to further their careers in the promotion.
- •Natalia Silva wins the women's flyweight title at UFC 332.
- •Silva may face Valentina Shevchenko or Alexa Grasso next.
- •Payton Talbott seeks a fight with Cory Sandhagen after defeating Figueiredo.
- •UFC 332 breaks records for KOs and Round 1 finishes.
- •Esteban Ribovics aims for a spot in the lightweight rankings.
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