Analysis: Trilogy or new blood – What’s next for UFC champ Alexa Grasso?

Flyweight champion Alexa Grasso. Photo via Instagram (@alexa_grasso)

Undefeated as a flyweight, with a win and a split draw against Valentina Shevchenko, Mexican champion Alexa Grasso still sits on the 125 lbs throne.

Since she added a great submission game to her already slick boxing and good movement, the quick and tough Grasso could have what it takes to hold the flyweight title for a very long time.

Let’s take a closer look at the champion’s possible next opponents!

Valentina Shevchenko 3

Photo via Twitter (UFC)

Since Saturday’s even and tough rematch between Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko ended in a split draw, after a controversial 10-8 round for the champion, many fans and experts believe that it will be nothing but fair that Shevchenko will get a second chance to win back her old title in a trilogy bout.

However, is it worth stalling the stacked division for longer, or is it time to move on and let a top ranked contender challenge the Mexican champion?

Manon Fiorot

UFC rankings. Photo via Twitter (UFC)

Top ranked Manon Fiorot is another possible next opponent for Grasso.

Undefeated in UFC, with wins against tough opponents like Rose Namajunas, Katlyn Chookagian, Jennifer Maia and Mayra Bueno Silva, the lanky and tall French striker could prove a tough challenge for the shorter Mexican.

Erin Blanchfield

Photo via Instagram (@blanchfield_mma)

With six straight wins in the promotion, Erin Blanchfield is one of the most interesting prospects in any UFC division.

The 24-year-old American is undefeated in the UFC and comes from a tough unanimous decision win against former title challenger Taila Santos.

With her solid grappling and heart, Blanchfield could prove to be the hardest test for Grasso.

Zhang Weili

Zhang Weili. Photo: UFC

Two-time strawweight champion Zhang Weili has shown interest to move up a weight class with the intention to reach double champ status.

The physically strong and well-rounded Chinese could be a hard test for Grasso, who also moved up from strawweight a few years back.

This is Alexa Grasso

Photo via Instagram (@alexa_grasso)

• Age: 30
• Record: 17-3
• UFC record: 9-3
• Weight: 125 lb (57 kg)
• Height: 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
• Reach: 66 in (168 cm)
• Post-fight bonuses: 2

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