Silva on Shevchenko: "It's high time she recognizes me"
Eyeing the Belt
After triumphing over Alex Grasso, once a women's flyweight champion, Natalia Silva set her sights on the UFC title at UFC 255. With Valentina Shevchenko defending her belt against Manon Fiorot the same night, Silva's win stirred excitement among fans, who are eager to see her take on the champion.
"Mission accomplished, I'm here to become champion," said Silva during the post-fight press conference. "I've got history with both [Valentina]. It's about time she learns who I am."
This impressive victory builds on Silva's back-to-back victories against former UFC champions, besting Jessica Andrade and Alex Grasso within eight short months. Now, she's calling on fans to rally behind her on social media for a chance to secure a title shot.
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👇 ** dug deeper:**
Natalia Silva's rapid ascent in the UFC's women's flyweight division could lead to an enthralling title challenge. Here's a snapshot of her current position and future prospects:
Current Standing- Position: Ranked at the #1 spot, Silva's recent victory catapulted her to the top of the UFC women's flyweight rankings[2][3].- Offensive Strategy: Showcasing her blistering speed, impressive footwork, and remarkable athleticism, Silva demonstrated her championship potential[5].
Future Bouts- Detailed information on Silva's next fight is yet to be announced. However, as the top-ranked contender, she's poised to face the champion in a future title bout.- Notable contenders and their upcoming fights might impact Silva's route to the title, such as: - Jessica Andrade, set to face Jasmine Jasudavicius on May 10[4].
Possible Title Contention- Probability: With her top ranking and impressive performance, Silva has a high chance of earning a title shot soon. UFC officials are likely to consider her a favorite for the next title fight.- Competition: The women's flyweight division is ruthlessly competitive, featuring various skilled fighters like the current champion (though unspecified in the search results) and other contenders. Despite the stiff competition, Silva's recent triumphs position her favorably against her opponents.
Final ThoughtsNatalia Silva's current ranking and impressive performance make her a serious contender for a UFC women's flyweight title shot. With her future fight details yet to be announced, fans eagerly await the UFC's scheduling decisions and Silva's performance against her competition.
Bookmakers might see Natalia Silva as a strong contender for the UFC women's flyweight title, given her recent impressive victories and current top ranking. A potential mixed-martial-arts bout between Silva and the champion could be an exciting matchup to watch, in the highly competitive women's flyweight division.
