Wed May 07 04:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Shevchenko Set for Title Defense Against Fiorot at UFC 315

**Montreal, QC** – Two-time UFC women’s flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko will defend her recently reclaimed title against #1 contender Manon Fiorot in the co-main event of UFC 315 this Saturday. Shevchenko’s return comes after a decisive victory over Alexa Grasso at UFC 306, where she regained the belt.

Shevchenko’s career highlights include a dominant performance against Julianna Peña in January 2017. Despite Peña’s reputation as a grappler and four-fight win streak, Shevchenko secured a submission victory via armbar, showcasing her all-around skills. This win further solidified Shevchenko’s position as a top contender, even after two closely contested losses to Amanda Nunes, widely considered one of the greatest female fighters of all time.

The Peña victory is particularly notable given Peña’s status as the last fighter to defeat Nunes. Following her win over Peña, Shevchenko had a tense face-off with Nunes inside the Octagon, hinting at a potential rematch. While Nunes is currently retired, speculation remains about her potential return to face the winner of Julianna Peña vs. Kayla Harrison at UFC 316.

Shevchenko, currently ranked #1 pound-for-pound in the UFC, boasts an impressive decade-long career facing top competitors across two weight classes. Her upcoming fight against Fiorot promises to be a highly anticipated clash.

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