Natalia Silva made history at UFC 332 by defeating Wang Cong and winning the flyweight title (up to 56,7 kg). With the victory, the Minas Gerais native became the first Brazilian to reach the top of the Ultimate's women's division, once again placing Brazil in a prominent position in women's MMA.
After winning the title, the new champion took the opportunity to comment on the current state of Brazilian female fighters within the organization. In a post-fight press conference, Natália highlighted the presence of other great representatives of the country among the top UFC champions.
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“I am a champion, Mackenzie [Dern] is a champion, and I believe with all my heart that [Amanda Nunes] will be a champion. … It’s a new era in women’s MMA,” said Natália Silva.
With this result, Natália joins Mackenzie Dern as one of the current Brazilian champions in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Meanwhile, Amanda Nunes faces the bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg) champion Kayla Harrison at UFC 334 on November 14th. The Minas Gerais native now begins her reign in the flyweight division and will carry the responsibility of defending her title against the division's top contenders.
Natalia's career path in professional MMA.
Natalia promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
At 29 years old, Natalia Silva is the first Brazilian UFC flyweight champion. A professional since 2015, the Brazilian has a record of 21 wins, five losses, and one draw, with five knockout victories and seven submission wins. Among her career highlights are victories over names like Rose Namajunas , Alexa Grasso , Jessica Andrade, and Wang Cong . She is undefeated in the organization with nine wins.
UFC 332 results
MAIN CARD
Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Natália Silva defeated Wang Cong by unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46) – title fight
Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Payton Talbott defeated Deiveson Figueiredo by knockout (punches) at 2:10 of round 1.
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Esteban Ribovics defeated King Green by technical knockout (punches) at 4:08 of round 1.
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Roberto Soldic defeated Khaos Williams by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-27, 29-27)
Middleweight (up to 83,9 kg): Roman Kopylov defeated Ateba Gautier by knockout (punch) at 3:10 of round 1.
PRELIMINARY CARD
Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Imanol Rodriguez defeated Alden Coria by technical knockout (kick to the stomach) at 3:11 of round 1.
Middleweight (up to 83,9 kg): Damian Pinas defeated Andrey Pulyaev by knockout (punch) at 1:15 of round 1.
Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Marcus McGhee defeated Anthony Romero by technical knockout (punches) at 4:55 of round 1.
Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Anthony Wint defeated Lucas Armand by knockout (punches) at 23 seconds of round 1.
Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Johnny Walker defeated Mick Parkin by knockout (knee strike) at 3:35 of round 1.
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Jacobe Smith defeated Bruce Whitehead by technical knockout (punches) at 1:58 of round 1.
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Alexander Hernandez defeated Rafael dos Anjos by technical knockout (punches) at 3:50 of round 2.
Middleweight (up to 83,9 kg): Ismail Naurdiev defeated Marvin Vettori by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Eric Nolan defeated Court McGee by knockout (punches) at 3:25 of round 3.
Johnny Walker opens up about his heavyweight debut at UFC 332.
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