Valentina Shevchenko names two rivals she would like to face in the future and accepts Weili Zhang's challenge

W. Zhang and V. Shevchenko are two Ultimate champions (Photo: Montage/ SUPER FIGHTS)

UFC flyweight champion (up to 56,7kg) for four years, Valentina Shevchenko has already beaten most of the main names in the category. However, the Kyrgyz athlete still has some rivals in her sights. In an interview with 'MMA Junkie', the queen of the division mentioned the names of the Mexican Alexa grasso and French Manon Fiorot as possible opponents in the near future and accepted the challenge of Weili Zhang, owner of the straw belt (up to 52,2kg).

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“I would consider two names: is Alexa grasso and Fiorot. These are two extremely good challengers ready for this title fight. I think any of them”, said Valentina.

Challenged by Weili Zhang, strawweight champion, the Kyrgyz fighter accepted the possibility of a possible fight and praised the Chinese athlete.

“It’s definitely one of the options that could happen. I've seen her recent fights. She’s gotten stronger, more tactical, if a fight happens, that won’t help her,” Shevchenko teased.

Owner of the belt since December 2018, Valentina has been lining up opponents and has already defended her title seven times in the organization. The Kyrgyz athlete has a record in the sport of 23 triumphs and three setbacks.