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Loopy Godinez energized by UFC strawweight turnover

The UFC strawweight division saw a major shakeup at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, where Natalia Silva claimed the vacant title with a decisive unanimous decision over Wang Cong in the main event. Silva, now the reigning women’s flyweight champion, dominated the five-round bout to secure her first UFC championship, setting up a potential early 2027 showdown with former division champion Valentina Shevchenko.

Meanwhile, the co-main event featured a lightning-fast knockout as Payton Talbott eliminated Deiveson Figueiredo in the opening round, adding to a night of explosive action. The event also solidified Silva’s rise in the pound-for-pound rankings, with her victory marking a turning point for the division’s future matchups.

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