Valentina Shevchenko is a Kyrgyz professional mixed martial artist, former Muay Thai fighter, and kickboxer. Born on March 7, 1988, in Frunze (now Bishkek), Kyrgyzstan, She is widely recognized as one of the most dominant female fighters in MMA, particularly in the UFC women’s flyweight division. She is nicknamed “Bullet” and is known for her striking precision, technical skill, and versatility in martial arts.
Career Highlights
- Began her professional fighting career in 2003.
- Holds a 2nd Dan black belt and is a Master of Sports in Taekwondo.
- Former UFC Women’s Flyweight Champion, with multiple successful title defences.
- Notable for competing against and defeating many of the top names in women’s MMA, including Joanna Jedrzejczyk, Jessica Andrade, and Holly Holm.
- Regained the UFC flyweight title at UFC 306 in September 2024 after a trilogy bout with Alexa Grasso.
- Known for her background in Muay Thai, with numerous world championships before transitioning to MMA.
Career Stats
As of May 2025, Valentina Shevchenko’s professional MMA record is:
- Wins: 23
- Losses: 4
- Draws: 1
She has demonstrated exceptional striking accuracy, defense, and finishing ability throughout her UFC career. Her stats include a high striking differential, frequent knockouts and submissions, and dominant decision victories.
Selected Fight History (Recent Fights)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Event |
| 11 MAY 2025 | Manon Fiorot | Win (Unanimous Dec.) | UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena |
| 15 SEP 2024 | Alexa Grasso | Win (Unanimous Dec.) | UFC 306 – Riyadh Season Noche UFC |
| 17 SEP 2023 | Alexa Grasso | Draw | Noche UFC: Grasso vs. Shevchenko 2 |
| 5 MAR 2023 | Alexa Grasso | Loss (Submission) | UFC 285: Jones vs. Gane |
| 12 JUN 2022 | Taila Santos | Win (Split Dec.) | UFC 275: Teixeira vs. Procházka |
She has fought and defeated many of the division’s best, often in dominant fashion.
Personal Life and Relationship Status
Valentina Shevchenko is known for being extremely private about her personal life. There have been rumors linking her to her longtime coach, Pavel Fedotov, but neither has confirmed a romantic relationship. She has also publicly denied rumors of dating other fighters, such as Jon Jones. As of the latest available information, Shevchenko has stated she is single and prefers to keep her private life out of the spotlight.
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Facts
- Shevchenko holds an undergraduate degree in Film Directing from the University of Arts Kyrgyzstan.
- She is also skilled in dancing and shooting sports, and has engaged in philanthropic work in South America.
Summary Table
| Attribute | Details |
| Nationality | Kyrgyzstani |
| Nickname | Bullet |
| Height/Weight | 1.65 m / 56 kg |
| Team | Tiger Muay Thai |
| UFC Division | Women’s Flyweight |
| MMA Record | 23 Wins – 4 Losses – 1 Draw |
| Relationship | Single (as of latest reports) |
Valentina Shevchenko remains one of MMA’s most accomplished and respected athletes, both for her achievements in the octagon and her reserved, disciplined approach to life outside of it.
