Valentina Shevchenko will look to defend her flyweight crown for the first time in her second title reign when she faces Manon Fiorot in the co-main event of UFC 315 this Saturday in Montreal. The 37-year-old’s custom shorts for UFC 315 was recently revealed and fans were impressed by the new gear.
Valentina Shevchenko Debuts Stunning Custom Gear for UFC 315, Fans React
As anticipation builds for her clash with Fiorot, Shevchenko has already stolen some spotlight before even stepping into the cage. The UFC unveiled her new custom fight shorts this week—a green and gold dragon-themed kit designed to reflect the flyweight queen’s signature style and intensity. The uniform quickly caught the attention of fans and fighters alike, prompting a wave of praise across social media.
In recent years, the UFC has introduced custom shorts for high-profile champions or unique events. Alexander Volkanovski’s one-off kit at UFC 314 is still fresh in fans’ minds, and Shevchenko’s new look now joins that exclusive list. While she had worn a special pair during UFC 306’s Noche UFC celebration, this is her first official custom fight kit since reclaiming her title.
Fans were quick to react online, with responses like, “These are sick, best customs I’ve seen,” and, “Definitely the best customs so far.” Another comment read, “Yeaaahh!!!! Best custom I’ve seen so far…” The design’s symbolic power, matching Shevchenko’s calm yet ferocious style, only added to the mystique surrounding her return to championship form.
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Michael Bisping Offers His Take on Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon Fiorot
With the UFC 315 co-main event drawing near, former middleweight champion and commentator Michael Bisping shared his breakdown of the highly anticipated flyweight showdown. While acknowledging Fiorot’s rising momentum, Bisping reminded fans of Shevchenko’s legacy and skill set.
“Valentina Shevchenko… let’s just talk about this lady. One of the best mixed martial artists on the planet,” Bisping said during a segment on TNT Sports. “Of course, pound-for-pound, one of the greatest female fighters that we’ve seen in all of the sport. She’s got no weak areas, and the funny thing is, as she’s getting older and maturing in her career, she’s still getting better. She’s still improving.”
But Bisping didn’t discount Fiorot either. The French southpaw has compiled an impressive undefeated UFC run, including wins over Rose Namajunas and Erin Blanchfield. Her aggressive, high-volume striking has made her a force in the division and a worthy title challenger.
“Manon Fiorot… she’s phenomenal. I mean, she’s on an absolute tear. She’s beat some great opposition, people like Erin Blanchfield and Rose Namajunas. There’s no question that she deserves this title fight. But has she got the skills to compete against Valentina Shevchenko? The reality is, not many people do. But there is something special about Manon Fiorot. I just love the striking, and I love the ferocity with which she commits to the strikes, the kicks that she throws. I mean, she is a handful inside that octagon.”
Fiorot enters with 12 straight wins and a reputation for neutralizing even the most dangerous opponents. Yet Shevchenko’s experience in championship bouts, coupled with her polished striking and dominant grappling, makes this one of the most compelling matchups on the card.