Shevchenko Eyes Superfight After UFC 315 Title Defense

MONTREAL, Canada — The buzz continues to grow in the UFC’s women’s divisions as flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko looks ahead to a potential superfight against strawweight champion Zhang Weili. Shevchenko, set to defend her title at UFC 315 on May 10, 2025, is currently focused on her opponent, Manon Fiorot, but is open to the idea of moving up a weight class to challenge Weili.

Shevchenko, with a record of 24-4-1, expressed admiration for Weili, who recently defended her title against Tatiana Suarez at UFC 312. “You know, I like her as a fighter. I like her as a person. As an opponent as well,” Shevchenko said. However, she emphasized that her complete attention is on Fiorot for their upcoming fight.

Fiorot comes into the bout with significant momentum, boasting a 12-1 record and seven consecutive wins in the UFC. The odds favor Fiorot, who has been impressive in her recent performances. “I think it’s because my past three fights have been total domination,” Fiorot stated. “I really wanted Valentina because when I got to the UFC, she was the champion, so it’s important.”

The stakes are high in this co-main event, as both fighters seek to solidify their legacies. Shevchenko noted, “When it happens, when the time is right, we will analyze everything, but for now, my focus is 100% on this fight.” This upcoming clash could redefine the dynamics in the women’s divisions.

The excitement builds not just for UFC 315 but for potential future matchups, including a highly anticipated showdown between Shevchenko and Weili. As both champions find themselves at the peak of their careers, fans are eagerly speculating about what’s next in the ever-evolving landscape of women’s MMA.