Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko will run it back with the flyweight title going up for grabs at the upcoming UFC Fight Night card scheduled on Sept. 16 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Multiple people with knowledge of the promotion’s plans confirmed the news to MMA Fighting.
Grasso and Shevchenko are Nos. 2 and 3 respectively in the MMA Fighting Pound-for-Pound Rankings.
The rematch happens just over six months after Grasso pulled off a massive upset when she dethroned Shevchenko to become the new 125-pound champion at UFC 285 this past March.
The end came after Grasso seized on an opening when Shevchenko threw an ill-fated spinning kick that resulted in a takedown. From there, Grasso secured her position and locked on a fight-ending rear-naked choke that forced Shevchenko to tap, ending her four-plus year reign over the division.
Now they meet again with Grasso seeking to again vanquish the longest reigning women’s champion in UFC history after Shevchenko previously defended her title seven times. Grasso is currently riding a five-fight win streak overall with an undefeated run since moving to the flyweight division.
As for Shevchenko, she attempts to bounce back after suffering only her third loss in the UFC after two previous setbacks against Amanda Nunes at bantamweight. Overall, Shevchenko sports a 9-1 resume at 125 pounds including stoppages over veterans such as Jessica Andrade, Jessica Eye, Lauren Murphy and Katlyn Chookagian.
Grasso vs. Shevchenko 2 is expected to headline a rare UFC Fight Night event at T-Mobile Arena on Sept. 16 with the card scheduled one week after UFC 293, which goes down in Sydney, Australia, on Sept. 9.
Mike Heck contributed to this report.
from MMA Fighting - All Posts https://ift.tt/V9fz2SI
0 Comments
Dear valued readers,
I am writing to you today as LaPhezz, an international man of mystery with a passion for technology and a fascination for analytics. I have traveled the world and lived in many different places, and I have experienced a wide range of cultures and perspectives.
Despite my travels and encounters with countless people from all walks of life, I remain something of an enigma. My true identity is known to only a select few, and even those who know me well are often left guessing at my motivations and intentions.
As a tech enthusiast, I am always looking for new ways to leverage data and analytics to solve complex problems and make the world a better place. I believe that technology can be a powerful tool for positive change, and I am constantly exploring the latest trends and innovations in the field.
I am grateful to have such a diverse and engaged readership, and I am always eager to hear your feedback and insights. Whether you have questions about my work, suggestions for new topics to explore, or simply want to connect with a fellow tech enthusiast, I am always here to listen and engage.
Thank you for your continued support and interest in my work. Together, we can use technology and analytics to create a brighter, more connected world.
Best regards,
LaPhezz