Natalia Silva secured the next women's flyweight title opportunity after defeating Rose Namajunas on the UFC 324 main card. Silva's victory over the former strawweight champion demonstrated her elite-level striking and positioning as a top contender in the flyweight division. The win has established Silva as the clear number-one challenger in the women's flyweight rankings following the first rankings update of 2026. Silva's dominant performance against a high-profile opponent like Namajunas solidifies her credentials for an imminent title shot in the division.
