UFC strawweight champion Alexa Grasso will receive a custom belt, designed by artists Jacobo and María Ángeles, for her title defense against Valentina Shevchenko at Noche UFC.
UFC strawweight champion Alexa Grasso is set to receive a custom belt for her Noche UFC title defense against Valentina Shevchenko. This custom belt signifies a special acknowledgement worthy of her title defense against a formidable competitor. At stake in the fight is more than just another title defense; it is a validation of Grasso’s skill and ability that earned her the championship belt in the first place.
The design of the new belt was revealed by UFC President Dana White in an Instagram post. The talented artists Jacobo and María Ángeles, who previously designed a custom belt for the now-former UFC interim featherweight champion Yair Rodriguez, were the masterminds behind this creation. The intricate design of the belt speaks volumes about the importance of the upcoming fight and serves as an added incentive for both warriors.
Grasso is preparing for her second face-off with Shevchenko following an unexpected but decisive win over the long-reigning champ at UFC 285. Grasso managed a rear-naked choke late in the fourth round, spoiling Shevchenko’s hopes for an eighth title defense. The rematch, set to take place on September 16 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, will also be aired live on ESPN+, attracting fans from around the world who are eager to see if history will repeat itself or if a new champion will emerge.