With a beautiful display of respect and friendship born from one of MMA’s most iconic rivals, UFC Hall of Fame Joanna Jedrzejczyk I was seen accepting her before her, Chang Welibefore and after Zhang’s dominant title defense against Tatiana Suarez UFC 312. The moving moment between the two icons highlighted how fierce competition evolved into true admiration and friendship.
Jedrzejczyk, who was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2024, attended Sydney’s Quados Bank Arena and watched closely as Zhang prepares to defend the Strawweight Crown. Behind the scenes, the camera captured an emotional moment as Zhang wrapped his hands nervously before the fight. Jedrzejczyk quietly approached from behind, wrapping his arms around Chang in a supportive embrace and whisper. “You can do that.” The simple gesture illuminated Chang’s face with a confident smile. The two even promised to have dinner together after the fight.
Following Zhang Weili’s dominant unanimous decision victory, she quickly headed to the front row. There, Joanna Jedrzejczyk sat down with Charles Oliveira and congratulated her. Zhang and Jedrzejczyk were then filmed together behind the scenes.
Together, their history is engraved in the lore of MMA. When Zhang and Jedrzejczyk met for the first time March 2020a five-round war where many consider the biggest women’s fight ever. Chan has locked out the razor closure split decision victory in multiple acquired matches This year’s battle Acclaimed and captivating fans from all over the world. Their rematch 2022 Zhang secured his second knockout. This is the result of Jedrzejczyk’s retirement from professional battles.
Jedrzejczyk’s legacy cannot be denied. As a former UFC strawweight champion, she has incredibly defended her title Five times in a rowcementing her status as one of the greatest female fighters in history. Her induction into the UFC Hall of Fame is evidence of her impact on sports.
But Chang paves her own path to the immortality of the Hall of Fame. Now a Two-time UFC Strawweight Champion In her second reign, she continues to create a resume that has won some of the greatest greats of the division, including Jedrzejūczk himself. Her dominant performance at UFC 312 further cemented her status as one of the best fighters in the world.
It is even possible that both women will be respected together again – this time The Wings of Battle Of the UFC Hall of Fame, the 2020 classic definitely deserves such recognition.
What once was a fierce rivalry blossomed into authentic friendships, proving that in MMA it often grows from the toughest battles. Zhang Weili continues her reign and Joanna Jedrzejczyk enjoys her well-earned Hall of Fame status, so their bond remains a beautiful memory of the heart of sports that goes beyond battle.
