No. 12 strawweight gets top-seven test at UFC Vegas 120

The Aug. 8 bout is the Meta Apex co-main event.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 81 min read

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"I just love to fight. I’m happy out there." Alexia Thainara (@Alle_Thainara) has quietly become one of the brightest r

What happened: The matchup pairs a 14-1 contender on a 12-fight winning streak with a former title challenger. It is scheduled for Saturday in Las Vegas.

Why it matters: A victory would strengthen the rising contender's case for a place in the division's top 10. The veteran enters after consecutive losses.

By the numbers: The rising contender is 3-0 in the UFC and has eight submissions among 14 professional wins. She lands 4.62 significant strikes per minute and absorbs 2.46.

What to watch: The result will show whether her rise can hold against the division's No. 7 contender. Updated rankings will clarify the stakes for her next booking.

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@UFCNews Aug 8, 1:51 AM ET

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No. 12 strawweight gets top-seven test at UFC Vegas 120

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