In a groundbreaking moment at UFC 300 in Nevada's T-Mobile Arena, Zhang Weili and Yan Xiaonan made history as the first two Chinese fighters to clash for a title in the Octagon! 🇨🇳🔥
Zhang Weili, the reigning strawweight champion, defended her belt with a unanimous decision victory (49-45) over Yan after an intense five-round battle. Both warriors brought their A-game, giving fans a fight to remember! 🏆
Yan, known for her striking power with eight knockouts under her belt, came out swinging and managed to knock Zhang down several times. But Zhang showcased her resilience and grappling prowess, posing a constant threat on the ground. Despite visible fatigue in the second round, Zhang's determination helped her maintain control and secure the win. 💪
This victory marks Zhang's fifth win in title bouts, putting her just one behind the legendary Joanna Jedrzejczyk of Poland. Talk about climbing the ranks! 🌟
After the fight, Zhang expressed immense respect for Yan, saying, \"Yan is a true warrior and she is so resilient. I respect her very much and hope we can become friends after this fight.\" 🤝❤️
With this epic showdown, both fighters have undoubtedly inspired countless fans and aspiring athletes back home and around the world. Can't wait to see what's next for these incredible athletes! 🥋✨
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Zhang Weili defends UFC strawweight belt in Chinese derby at UFC 300
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