Video: Fighters discuss 'Valentina Shevchenko x Jéssica Bate-Estaca', which takes place this Saturday

The possibility of an unprecedented conquest of the Ultimate women's flyweight (up to 56,7 kg) belt for Brazil excites MMA fans, including fighters. On the main card of UFC 261, Valentina Shevchenko e Jessica Stacker compete for the division title. In an exclusive interview with SUPER FIGHTS channel on YouTube, five athletes gave their opinions on who will win the duel.

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Jennifer Maia, last challenger for the belt:

“For me, the favorite is Valentina (Shevchenko) because she has a complete game. However, Jéssica (Bate-Estaca), as in her last fight, could surprise. So, I believe that Valentina is already studying Jéssica's game a lot so as not to let the Brazilian get closer. Because I think Jéssica is stronger in grappling. Valentina is very studious and, despite not having many weapons, she is efficient and fast. I believe that, after five rounds, Valentina will still keep the belt”, said the Curitiba native.

Karol Rosa, Ultimate bantamweight:

“Jéssica has a difference that is strength. So, I believe that if she plays a grid game in the first rounds, she could have an advantage in the following rounds. She has plenty of gas for that. Or, my second option is a cross from Jéssica entering the first rounds. Knockout or winning the rounds”, said the competitor

Norma Dumont, UFC fighter:

“I'm a fan of Valentina. I've always been. For me, after Amanda (Nunes), she is the second most dominant athlete in the UFC. Jessica Stacker She is a tough, strong athlete, has Brazilian blood and is fierce. However, I think it's a very difficult fight for her on the technical side. Valentina is forceful, has good movement, difficult to surround and counterattack. Jéssica will have to try to put Valentina on the ground, but Valentina has excellent takedown defense. As much as Jéssica brings her dangers, I think it’s a little difficult to take against Valentina”, stated Norma.

Sarah Frota, former Ultimate athlete

“I see the champion with a slight advantage. But I believe that the Jennifer maia showed the way (to victory). He showed that Valentina is not invincible and Bate-Estaca has a very cool game to hit the front, shortening, putting in good blows to get to the leg, take it to the ground and crush it. So, my fans go to Jessica Stacker”, explained 'Treta'.

Virna Jandiroba, UFC fighter:

“I'm sure it's going to be a great fight. I'm rooting for Jessica. They are two great fighters, but I think Jéssica has a very fierce spirit and tends to surprise a lot, always. I believe in her breakable spirit and I'm in the crowd hoping for a knockout,” concluded the Bahian.