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Maycee Barber Returns With UFC 323 Win, Extends Streak to Seven

Her win repositioned her in the flyweight title mix after a 21-month medical layoff.

Overview

  • Barber defeated Karine Silva by unanimous decision at UFC 323 in Las Vegas.
  • At the post-fight news conference, she grew emotional, saying “I don’t know if I have a lot of words” and calling the walkout itself “a win.”
  • The comeback followed her late scratch in May minutes before facing Erin Blanchfield, after weighing in a half pound over and being deemed not medically cleared.
  • The result improved her record to 15-2 and came against an opponent who entered 5-1 in the UFC.
  • She told Ariel Helwani she is targeting an Alexa Grasso rematch as she aims to stay healthy and active.