January has whizzed by and the yet the year seems just as unpredictable in terms of when and where we can see some of the biggest, baddest, UFC stars fight and whom they are going to come up against.
Having said that, the upcoming UFC fight night will at least shed some light on one of the women’s divisions as we will have a clearer picture in terms of what is next for Amanda Nunes who, as we all know, obliterated the over hyped Ronda Rousey in just 45 seconds like she was no match for her. Now, Nunes who is also known as “The Lioness” is looking for her next prey. Her opponent will be determined by the main event on UFC on Fox 23 which will see Valentina Shevchenko take on Julianna Pena.
Shevchenko’s last fight was against Holly Holm (who herself gained immense popularity after knocking out Ronda Rousey) and she emerged victorious via unanimous decision. On the other hand, Pena is no slouch either and has been hungry for a title shot and waiting patiently for close to a year now. Pena’s last outing was a win and like Shevchenko’s previous victory, it also came courtesy of unanimous decision. Pena beat Cat Zingano and even made comments that she will raise hell if she does not get her opportunity at the title shot.
Are either of them good enough to pose a threat to Nunes who is on top of the world at this moment? Only time will tell.
Author : Rory McGregor
