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Erin Blanchfield out to force UFC's hand in Edmonton after being snubbed for Wang Cong title shot

Erin Blanchfield is set to make a statement at UFC Edmonton this weekend, taking on Jasmine Jasudavicius in a bout that could serve as her ticket to a title shot at UFC’s women’s flyweight division. Despite her strong case—including victories over former champions Rose Namajunas and Jessica Andrade—Blanchfield was overlooked in favor of Wang Cong for the vacant title bout against Natalia Silva at UFC 332.

With a 9-1 UFC record and a recent win over Tracy Cortez at UFC 322, Blanchfield’s credentials far exceed Cong’s, who entered the promotion through the *Road to the UFC* franchise and also defeated Cortez earlier this year. The decision left Blanchfield frustrated, though she’s now focused on using her fight against Jasudavicius as a springboard to force UFC’s hand for a rematch opportunity.

The fight marks Blanchfield’s first time competing in a foreign country, adding another layer of challenge as she faces a Canadian contender in a crowd likely to support Jasudavicius. Originally scheduled for UFC 330 in Philadelphia—where Blanchfield grew up—this rescheduled bout in Edmonton puts her in an unfamiliar environment, one she’s prepared for after past experiences with hostile crowds.

With UFC’s women’s flyweight rankings placing Blanchfield at No. 3, her performance this weekend could be pivotal in altering the division’s trajectory.

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