Ahead of their anticipated main card flyweight contest at UFC 315, held at the Bell Centre in Montreal, we look at the matchup between former champion Alexa Grasso and rising contender Natalia Silva.
Alexa Grasso holds a record of 16 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, ranking No. 2 in the flyweight division. Natalia Silva, with a record of 18 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw, sits at No. 9 in the same division.
This fight marks Grasso`s first appearance since losing the flyweight championship back to Valentina Shevchenko in their third encounter. Grasso famously defeated Shevchenko for the title at UFC 285 and then fought to a split draw in their Noche UFC rematch. The trilogy fight saw Shevchenko largely control the action, leading to a decision loss for Grasso. Now, Grasso must defend her high ranking against the challenge posed by Silva.
Natalia Silva, nicknamed “Natty Ice,” has been dominant since joining the UFC in 2022, maintaining a perfect 6-0 record within the promotion and extending her overall winning streak to 12 fights. She has defeated several notable veterans on her climb, including former strawweight champion Jessica Andrade, Viviane Araujo, and Andrea Lee. A victory over Grasso would significantly boost Silva`s standing, positioning her as a strong candidate for a future title shot.
