Feng Xiaocan vs. Shi Ming: Women’s Strawweight Showdown at UFC Macau

Feng Xiaocan is set to face Shi Ming in the «Road to UFC» women’s strawweight final on November 23, 2024, at Galaxy Arena in Macau, China. This matchup features two promising fighters from China, each bringing unique skills to the Octagon.

Feng Xiaocan, at just 22 years of age, is currently considered one of the top prospects in the tournament, regardless of gender. She possesses an impressive physique for the strawweight division, standing 5’7″ tall with a reach of 66 inches, which gives her an advantageous range over most competitors. Xiaocan’s fight record stands at 10 wins and 2 losses, and she has been making waves with her striking proficiency, landing 6.04 significant strikes per minute with an accuracy of 51%, while allowing only 1.11 significant strikes per minute from opponents.

Shi Ming, aged 30, brings a different fighting style to the ring. Standing at 5’2″ with a reach of 60 inches, she has a record of 16 wins and 5 losses. Despite having a disadvantage in reach and height compared to her opponent, Ming utilizes her experience and resilience effectively in the cage. She averages 3.73 significant strikes per minute with a 44% accuracy rate and absorbs 2.80 significant strikes per minute, making her a scrappy striker who often underestimates the challenge before her.

Both fighters have been successful in their recent bouts, leading to this finals matchup. Feng Xiaocan emerged victorious in her recent fight against Miki Motono, where she won via unanimous decision by effectively keeping the fight at a distance, landing 63 out of 147 significant strikes attempted. On the other hand, Shi Ming secured a split decision victory over Dong Huaxiang by landing 74 out of 157 significant strikes in their bout, proving her ability to endure and strike persistently.

In addition to the anticipated main event between Xiaocan and Ming, UFC Macau promises an exciting lineup, including fights such as Petr Yan versus Deiveson Figueiredo and Muslim Salikhov against Song Kenan. As both fighters prepare for the upcoming challenge, analysts and fans alike are eager to see how the styles and strengths of Feng Xiaocan and Shi Ming will clash inside the Octagon.