UFC 332 main event changes spark criticism from Brendan Schaub

The UFC 332 main event in Salt Lake City has undergone a significant change following Valentina Shevchenko vacating the flyweight title due to shoulder and back injuries. The championship bout will now feature Natalia Silva against Wang Cong on October 3.

Former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub has criticized the new matchup, labeling it the “worst main event in the history of MMA.” Schaub argued that the decision to promote Wang Cong, who is ranked sixth in the division, to a title fight over Silva, the number one contender, undermines the quality of the event. He suggested that the shift toward a subscription-based model via CBS and Paramount+ may reduce the promotional pressure to secure high-profile headliners for pay-per-view sales.