Natalia Silva Earns Shevchenko Title Shot at Flyweight

Natalia Silva defeated Rose Namajunas on the UFC 324 main card, solidifying her position as the new #1 contender in women's flyweight rankings. Previously at #2, Silva now eyes a title bout against champion Valentina Shevchenko, who recently defended against Weili Zhang at UFC 322. This matchup offers a fresh stylistic challenge for Shevchenko after stifling double-champ aspirations. The first 2026 rankings update post-UFC 324 highlights Silva's rise in the competitive 125-pound division. Expect booking soon as flyweight continues to evolve with emerging talents.