Valentina Shevchenko, the UFC champion in the women's flyweight division, has announced her readiness to face off against the women's strawweight champion, Weili Zhang.
On May 11, in Montreal, Canada, Shevchenko will compete against Manon Fiorot at UFC 315. According to the promotion's president Dana White, the winner of this match will defend the title against Zhang.
Valentina Shevchenko
You know, I’m open to all opportunities. Weili showed a lot of heart in her fight, and all the years with her performances. She shows she is a great fighter, and why not? It’s an amazing fight and I think, for all the fans, it would be exciting to see. I’m focused on my next fight right now, and it’s going to be Manon. After we’re done with that and I step forward, my team will sit and see what is next for me.
Shevchenko's latest fight was in September 2024 at UFC 306, where she won against Alexa Grasso by unanimous decision. Her record stands at 24 wins, four losses, and one draw.
Zhang last entered the octagon in February 2025 at UFC 312, winning against Tatiana Suarez by unanimous decision. She boasts a record of 26 wins and three losses.
