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Natalia Silva Secures Title Shot with Victory Over Namajunas

1/25/2026

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Summary

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Natalia Silva of the UFC defeated Rose Namajunas by unanimous decision at UFC 324 in Las Vegas, 29-28 on all cards.
Namajunas showed early speed and takedowns.
Silva controlled the later rounds with volume and movement.
This victory gives Silva an eighth consecutive win in the UFC and a title shot against Valentina Shevchenko, while Namajunas remains a top contender and the fight highlighted Silva's striking against Namajunas' grappling.

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Historical Context

UFC 100, held on July 11, 2009, marked a significant milestone in mixed martial arts as Brock Lesnar defeated Frank Mir, drawing over 1.6 million pay-per-view buys. This event showcased the sport's rising popularity and set the stage for future matchups. Natalia Silva's recent victory over Rose Namajunas at UFC 324 reflects the ongoing evolution of techniques in the octagon, potentially leading to a title shot against Valentina Shevchenko.

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Story summary

Natalia Silva of the UFC defeated Rose Namajunas by unanimous decision at UFC 324 in Las Vegas, 29-28 on all cards.
Namajunas showed early speed and takedowns.
Silva controlled the later rounds with volume and movement.
This victory gives Silva an eighth consecutive win in the UFC and a title shot against Valentina Shevchenko, while Namajunas remains a top contender and the fight highlighted Silva's striking against Namajunas' grappling.

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