In a recent interview, Zhang Weili discussed her views on the rankings of women’s MMA fighters. She respectfully placed Valentina Shevchenko in third position among the all-time greats.
Zhang Weili’s Rankings of Female MMA Fighters
Zhang Weili considers Ronda Rousey the top female fighter due to her historic achievement of winning the first-ever women’s championship belt. Amanda Nunes follows in second place. Nunes holds titles in two different weight classes and has successfully defended her belt 11 times.
Third Place: Valentina Shevchenko
Despite her own accomplishments in the strawweight division, Zhang prefers to remain humble. She acknowledged Shevchenko’s skill but noted that her own contribution to the sport is still ongoing.
- 1st Place: Ronda Rousey – First women’s champion.
- 2nd Place: Amanda Nunes – Defended title 11 times, holds belts in two divisions.
- 3rd Place: Valentina Shevchenko – Recognized for her skills and contributions.
Zhang believes that evaluations in MMA are subjective. She emphasized that rankings depend on public perception rather than personal opinion.
Looking Ahead: Zhang Weili’s Future Challenges
As Zhang prepares for her next fight in New York City, she remains focused on her journey in the sport. She sees herself as a continuous learner, striving to be the best in every bout.
With her sights set on maintaining her dominance in the 115-pound division, Zhang Weili is ready to embrace the challenges ahead in the octagon.
