In an exciting matchup set for UFC on ABC 8, Melissa Mullins will face Daria Zheleznyakova in the women’s bantamweight division. This event will take place at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan.
UFC on ABC 8 will feature a main card including light heavyweight fighters Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr., as well as Rafael Fiziev going up against Ignacio Bahamondes in lightweight action. The prelims will showcase several bouts, including Mullins’ rematch against Zheleznyakova, who will also be competing in the women’s bantamweight category.
Melissa Mullins, carrying a record of 7 wins and 1 loss, is coming off a TKO victory against Klaudia Syguła, showcasing her striking power and resilience. Her only career defeat occurred in April 2024 against Nora Cornolle, where she was also finished by TKO. However, this recent win has revitalized her confidence as she gets ready to challenge Zheleznyakova once more.
Daria Zheleznyakova, with a professional MMA record of 9 wins and 2 losses, recently suffered a submission defeat in the first round against Ailin Perez. This was her first loss since Mullins previously defeated her back in November 2022. Both fighters are expected to display improved skills since their last encounter, making this rematch particularly intriguing.
While both fighters have had ups and downs in their careers, the expectation leans towards Mullins to secure victory again, given her recent form and history against Zheleznyakova. This bout promises to deliver exciting action, and fans will be eager to see how both fighters have evolved since their last meeting.
For those interested, the event will be available on TNT Sports in the UK and on ABC and ESPN in the USA, with streaming options also offered through their respective platforms.