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Valentina Shevchenko

Valentina Shevchenko is a Kyrgyz professional mixed martial artist and former Muay Thai fighter known by the nickname "Bullet." She has competed in the UFC’s women’s flyweight division and has held the UFC women’s flyweight title.

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Valentina Shevchenko is a Kyrgyz professional mixed martial artist and former Muay Thai fighter, known as "Bullet." She has held the UFC women’s flyweight championship and is a decorated striker with titles in Muay Thai and kickboxing.

What it is

Valentina Shevchenko (born 7 March 1988 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan) is a Kyrgyzstani-Peruvian fighter who competes in the UFC women’s flyweight division. Her background spans taekwondo, Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing, and judo, making her a versatile striker with a southpaw stance.

Key details

Shevchenko’s professional MMA record is listed as 26-4-1 in one source, though it changes with new bouts. She has been the UFC women’s flyweight champion and is described by UFC and ESPN as a former champion. Her fighting style centers on Muay Thai, supported by other martial arts.

Why it matters

Shevchenko is one of the most accomplished female fighters in UFC history, with a long reign as flyweight champion. Her success in multiple combat sports highlights her as a top-tier athlete in mixed martial arts.

In short

  • Kyrgyz professional MMA fighter and former Muay Thai champion.
  • Former UFC women’s flyweight champion with a record of 26-4-1.
  • Fighting style is primarily Muay Thai, with a southpaw stance.
  • Born 7 March 1988 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; holds dual Kyrgyzstani-Peruvian nationality.

Quick questions

Who is Valentina Shevchenko?
She is a Kyrgyz professional mixed martial artist and former Muay Thai fighter who has competed in the UFC women’s flyweight division.
What is Valentina Shevchenko's record?
One source lists her professional MMA record as 26-4-1, but this can vary by date as she continues to compete.
What is Valentina Shevchenko's fighting style?
Her fighting style is primarily Muay Thai, supported by boxing, kickboxing, taekwondo, and judo, and she is listed as a southpaw.

Sources

  1. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/valentina-shevchenko
    Supports: Birth date, championship history, martial arts background, stance, and fight statistics.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/2554705/valentina-shevchenko
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, weight class, stance, and fighting style.
  3. Tapology — https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/11614-valentina-shevchenko
    Supports: Professional MMA record, nickname, stance, and style notes.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentina_Shevchenko
    Supports: Biographical overview and martial arts rankings listed in the page content.
  5. Women's Boxing — https://www.womenboxing.com/biog/vshevchenko.htm
    Supports: Birthplace and early martial arts background.