Zhang Weili
Zhang Weili is a Chinese mixed martial artist and the former UFC Women's Strawweight Champion, known for her explosive fighting style and technical prowess in the octagon. She made history as the first Chinese champion in UFC history and has garnered a significant following for her skillful performances. In November 2025, she made headlines as she challenged Valentina Shevchenko for the UFC Women's Flyweight Championship, marking a pivotal moment in her career as she sought to become a champion in two different weight classes.
Born on Aug 13, 1989 (36 years old)
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United Kingdom:
Weili, who vacated her strawweight belt in February, moved up in weight for the fight and was beaten for the first time since November 2021.
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Kazakhstan:
Zhang Weili was defeated by Valentina Shevchenko.
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Kazakhstan:
Zhang Weili was defeated by Valentina Shevchenko at UFC 322.
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Ecuador:
Zhang Weili will compete against Valentina Shevchenko for the women's flyweight title.
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Peru:
Zhang Weili is one of the fighters competing in UFC 322.
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Kazakhstan:
Zhang Weili will be competing against Valentina Shevchenko in the main card of the UFC event.
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Peru:
Zhang Weili is competing in a UFC championship fight.
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Peru:
Zhang Weili decided to vacate her strawweight title to take on the biggest challenge of her career.
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China:
Zhang Weili successfully defended her UFC women's strawweight title for the third time by defeating Tatiana Suarez.
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