Alexa Grasso defeats Manon Fiorot at UFC Noche

Alexa Grasso secured a unanimous decision victory over Manon Fiorot at UFC Noche in Glendale, Arizona, placing herself back in contention for the vacant women’s flyweight title. All three judges scored the bout 29-28 in favor of the Mexican fighter. A decisive moment occurred in the final seconds of the first round when Grasso landed a right hook that resulted in a knockdown of Fiorot.

Despite Fiorot attempting to adjust her distance and striking in the subsequent rounds, Grasso maintained a high offensive volume. The victory marks Grasso’s second win of 2026 and moves her closer to a title shot following Valentina Shevchenko vacating the championship due to injury. The division's next championship bout is expected to feature the winner of the upcoming fight between Natalia Silva and Wang Cong.

On the same card, Brazilian fighter Jean Silva secured a submission victory over Jose Miguel Delgado, who competed as a last-minute replacement for Yair Rodríguez.