Valentina Shevchenko Withdraws from UFC 332 Flyweight Title Fight, Belt Vacated
Natalia Silva's planned women's flyweight title fight against Valentina Shevchenko at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City was altered after Shevchenko withdrew due to injuries, vacating the belt and necessitating a significant change in plans for Silva.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, October 1, 2026 — The highly anticipated women’s flyweight title bout between Natalia Silva and Valentina Shevchenko at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City has undergone a significant alteration. Valentina Shevchenko has withdrawn from the scheduled fight due to injuries, leading to the championship belt being vacated. This development necessitates a revised strategy and set of plans for Natalia Silva.
The original matchup was set to feature Shevchenko defending her title against Silva. However, with Shevchenko’s withdrawal stemming from undisclosed injuries, the landscape of the women’s flyweight division has shifted. The decision to vacate the belt indicates the severity of the injuries and the anticipated recovery timeline. Details regarding the specific nature of Shevchenko’s injuries were not provided.
As a consequence of Shevchenko vacating the championship, the future plans for Natalia Silva, who was slated to challenge for the title, are now subject to change. The UFC’s next steps regarding the women’s flyweight division and Silva’s potential path forward have not been announced. The exact date for UFC 332 in Salt Lake City was not specified in the available information.
Story summarized from the original created by MARK ANDERSON, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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