We will be looking at the UFC women's flyweight division. We'll also examine the flawless record of Shevchenko as well as the rise of Calvillo who is making moves up to face higher-ranked opponents. We will also look at Jedrzejczyk’s defence of the title.
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The UFC's women flyweight division is one the most recent, and it's expanding rapidly. Two champions are currently in the division, Nicco Montano (Navajo) and Valentina Shevchenko (Valentina Shevchenko). Montano is Chickasaw, Navajo and Hispanic and fell in love with MMA early on. She's won four straight and is coming off a first-round submission victory against Joanne Wood.
Shevchenko's flawless record in the UFC
Valentina “Bullet” Shevchenko currently holds the title of UFC women’s champion at flyweight. She is 22-3 with six victories and only one loss. She is considered one of the world's best Muay Thai fighters, and has beaten four former UFC champions.
Calvillo takes on higher-ranked opponents
Calvillo, who had struggled in her previous three fights decided to take on higher-ranked opponents. She started at the 56th per centile on the DKFP, and she beat Jessica Andrade, Katlyn Cragian, and Nina Nunes. Calvillo isn't ranked anymore but she has the potential of improving her MMA career.
Jedrzejczyk's title defence
Joanna Jedrzejczyk is a Polish mixed martial artist. For the past five years, she has been competing in the UFC. Jedrzejczyk got her start in kickboxing. In 2006, Jedrzejczyk lost three consecutive kickboxing matches to former UFC champion Valentina Schevchenko. This fight will mark her first UFC title defense.
Calvillo's professional career
UFC records are not good for Cynthia Calvillo. She's on a three-fight losing streak, and another loss could send her packing. Although she's 35 and is a top UFC flyweight, her career is not as promising as her record.
Tracy Cortez's career
Tracy Cortez, a native of Arizona, began her journey towards the UFC when she was just five years old. She grew up with her parents, who were immigrants. She was not allowed to play sports in her early years. Her initial interests were in interior design as well as physical therapy. But she ultimately became interested and trained in mixed martial artists. The sport has become a huge part of her life.