Mexican fighter Alexa Grasso retains her UFC flyweight title in a controversial split draw against former champion Valentina Shevchenko. The highly anticipated bout took place on Mexico’s independence day, adding to the excitement. Read more about the fight and the judges’ decision.
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Mexican fighter Alexa Grasso held on to her UFC flyweight title in a controversial split draw against former champion Valentina Shevchenko. The fight, which took place on Mexico’s independence day, ended with the judges’ scorecards producing a surprise decision. Grasso and Shevchenko both believed they had done enough to win, leading to calls for a potential third match between the two fighters.
LAS VEGAS – Mexican fighter Alexa Grasso made history on Saturday night as she fought to a seldom-seen split draw against former champion Valentina Shevchenko in a highly anticipated UFC flyweight title bout. The Noche UFC event, held at the T-Mobile Arena, was filled with excitement and a strong Mexican flavor as it coincided with Mexico’s independence day celebration on September 16. Grasso, who had previously defeated Shevchenko by submission to claim the title, showcased her skills and determination throughout the five five-minute rounds. Despite both fighters having their moments, neither could secure a decisive victory, leading to a surprising split draw decision by the judges. One judge scored the fight in favor of Grasso, another in favor of Shevchenko, and the third judge declared it a draw, allowing Grasso to retain her belt. Shevchenko expressed her disappointment with the decision, suggesting that the judges may have been influenced by the Mexican Independence Day festivities. However, Grasso firmly believed that she had done enough to win, citing the damage she inflicted with her powerful punches. The close and controversial nature of the fight has sparked calls from fans for a third match between the two fighters, but Grasso remained non-committal, stating that she would consult with her coaches and manager before making any decisions about her next move.
