In an exciting development for women’s MMA fans, Manon Fiora’s team has officially approached the UFC with a request for a five-round showdown with Erin Branchfield at UFC Paris. Scheduled to take place on September 2nd, this potential matchup between the two talented fighters could become the main event if booked.
This news was first shared by Meni Mayera trusted source in the MMA community has revealed that Manon Fiolot’s camp has expressed a desire for a five-round contest with Erin Branchfield.
Fiolot has established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the women’s flyweight division with an impressive 10-1-0 professional MMA record, including an impeccable 5-0 record in the UFC. Her recent win over Katrin Chukejian cemented her status as the #2 contender in the UFC’s official rankings.
Equally formidable is Fiorot’s potential opponent, Erin Branchfield, who boasts an 11-1-0 professional record and an unblemished 5-0 record in the UFC. Branchfield is making waves in the division with impressive wins over Jessica Andrade and Molly McCann, showing off her submission skills. Branchfield, currently ranked No. 4 on the UFC Official Flyweight Rankings, is eager to prove himself at the top level.
The women’s flyweight title has been in flux since champion Alexa Grasso stunned the MMA world earlier this year with an upset victory over longtime reigning flyweight queen Valentina Shevchenko. Grasso and Shevchenko are expected to have a long-awaited rematch later this year, which will no doubt have a significant impact on the situation in the division.
With his impeccable record and impressive performances in the UFC, Manon Fioroto has established himself as a strong contender for the flyweight title. A win over Erin Branchfield at UFC Paris could put Fiorotte in contention for the title, and could put him in talks to challenge the winner of the Grasso-Shevchenko rematch.
As the MMA community eagerly awaits an official decision for this exciting matchup, the women’s flyweight division remains in a state of flux, with multiple contenders vying for title shots. With Manon Fiora’s incredible UFC performance and Erin Branchfield’s rise in the ranks, a showdown between the two in Paris could determine the next top contender in the division.
