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Natalia Silva defeated Rose Namajunas on the UFC 324 main card, solidifying her #1 contender status in women's flyweight in the first 2026 rankings update. Previously #2, Silva now targets champion Valentina Shevchenko after 'Bullet' beat Weili Zhang at UFC 322. This sets up a fresh challenge for Shevchenko's reign in the division. Silva's rise highlights emerging Brazilian talent at 125 lbs. A title fight booking is anticipated soon, potentially headlining a major card.[1]
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