The legendary Valentina “Bullet” Shevchenko returns to defend her UFC Flyweight Championship against Zhang “Magnum” Weili, the reigning strawweight queen moving up in weight for this historic superfight at UFC 322.
Two of the most dominant women in MMA history collide under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, with championship legacy and pound-for-pound supremacy on the line.
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📺 Where To Watch Valentina Shevchenko vs. Zhang Weili? (November 15, 2025)
| Platform | Details |
| Main Card | ESPN+ PPV |
| Prelims | ESPN / ESPN+ |
| Start Time | 10:00 PM ET (Main Card) |
| Venue | Madison Square Garden, New York City |
💰 Betting Odds
| Fighter | Moneyline | By Decision | By KO/TKO | By Submission |
| Valentina Shevchenko | -125 | 2.40 | 8.00 | 10.00 |
| Zhang Weili | +105 | 2.88 | 7.50 | 10.00 |
Over/Under 4.5 Rounds: Over 1.40 | Under 2.88
Implied Odds: Shevchenko 55.6% • Weili 48.7%
📊 Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Valentina Shevchenko | Zhang Weili |
| Record | 25–4–1 | 26–3–0 |
| Age | 37 | 36 |
| Height | 5’5″ | 5’4″ |
| Reach | 66.5″ | 63″ |
| Stance | Southpaw | Switch |
| Weight Class | Flyweight (125 lbs) | Flyweight (125 lbs) |
| Finishing Rate | 60% | 73% |
🧠 Fighter Breakdown
🥊 Valentina Shevchenko (25–4–1, 8 KOs, 7 Subs)
The longtime flyweight queen remains one of the most technical strikers the UFC has ever seen. A master of Muay Thai precision, Shevchenko controls distance with surgical counterpunching, punishing leg kicks, and elite balance. Her judo base allows her to dictate where the fight takes place — whether in the clinch, on top, or in open exchanges.
Shevchenko is coming off a unanimous decision win over Manon Fiorot, having reclaimed her belt from Alexa Grasso earlier in 2025. However, at 37, questions linger about her speed and reaction time. Her cautious, low-volume approach could allow Zhang to dictate tempo — unless “Bullet” times her signature check hooks and spinning counters to perfection.
Recent Fights:
- 🟢 Win – Manon Fiorot (UD, 2025)
- 🟢 Win – Alexa Grasso (UD, 2024)
- ⚪ Draw – Alexa Grasso (Split, 2023)
- 🔴 Loss – Alexa Grasso (Submission, 2023)
- 🟢 Win – Taila Santos (Split, 2022)
⚡ Zhang Weili (26–3, 11 KOs, 8 Subs)
After conquering strawweight twice, Zhang Weili now steps into her biggest challenge yet. The Chinese powerhouse has looked unstoppable in recent fights — stuffing 14 of 15 takedowns against Tatiana Suarez and dominating Carla Esparza and Yan Xiaonan with relentless pressure and pace.
Weili’s switch stance and explosive striking allow her to overwhelm slower opponents. Training out of Xtreme Couture, she’s added layered wrestling entries and improved control from top position. If she can close distance and pressure Shevchenko early, she has a real chance to steal rounds and test the champ’s cardio.
Recent Fights:
- 🟢 Win – Tatiana Suarez (UD, 2025)
- 🟢 Win – Yan Xiaonan (UD, 2024)
- 🟢 Win – Amanda Lemos (UD, 2023)
- 🟢 Win – Carla Esparza (Submission, R2, 2022)
- 🟢 Win – Joanna Jędrzejczyk (KO, R2, 2022)
📈 Keys to Victory
| Fighter | Keys to Victory |
| Valentina Shevchenko | Control distance with counterpunching; utilize clinch judo; avoid prolonged exchanges; exploit size advantage in scrambles. |
| Zhang Weili | Push pace early; mix striking with level changes; trap Shevchenko near the cage; use pressure to break rhythm. |
💣 Prop Bets & Parlay Picks
| Market | Pick | Odds |
| Fight to Go the Distance | Yes | 1.40 |
| Weili by Decision | ✅ Recommended | 2.88 |
| Shevchenko by Submission | Value Play | 10.00 |
| Over 4.5 Rounds | ✅ Safe Parlay Anchor | 1.40 |
| Same-Fight Parlay | Weili to Win + Over 3.5 Rounds | +185 |
🔬 Fight Analysis
Technically, this is one of the most fascinating women’s MMA matchups ever. Both are elite strikers with well-rounded ground games, but they differ in approach.
Shevchenko is a reactive, methodical counterstriker who wins through precision and control. Weili is a pressure-based athlete who thrives in chaos.
The big question is: can Zhang’s volume and physicality overcome Shevchenko’s cage IQ?
Shevchenko’s last few fights have shown glimpses of slowing reactions — something Zhang could exploit with speed and variety. If Weili maintains pressure, mixes body shots with takedown feints, and forces Valentina to reset, she can edge out rounds on activity.
Still, Shevchenko’s experience and size at 125 lbs make her incredibly dangerous in clinch exchanges and late rounds. Expect a tactical five-round war featuring high-level striking, clinch battles, and multiple momentum shifts.
🔮 Valentina Shevchenko vs. Zhang Weili Prediction
| Pick | Winner | Method | Round | Odds |
| ✅ Zhang Weili | Def. Valentina Shevchenko | Unanimous Decision | R5 | +105 |
Projected Scorecards: 48–47, 48–47, 49–46 for Weili.
Zhang’s speed, cardio, and pressure earn her the narrow decision victory — crowning her as a two-division UFC champion in one of the most technical women’s fights ever held.
