UFC 332 preview and predictions for Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong

Key Points:

• UFC 332 on Saturday in Salt Lake City will feature the first women-headlined UFC event of 2026, with Natalia Silva and Wang Cong competing for the vacant flyweight title amid concerns about the scarcity of high-profile women's fights this year.
• Women's fights have comprised only 13% of UFC bouts in 2026, the lowest in a decade, with an increasing trend of women’s bouts being relegated to prelims rather than main events.
• Both Silva and Wang express confidence in delivering an exciting and memorable fight, highlighting their contrasting styles—Wang's aggression versus Silva's tactical approach—with the bout offering a rare spotlight for women’s MMA.
• Other notable UFC 332 storylines include rising contender Ateba Gautier stepping up in competition against Roman Kopylov, and potential breakout fighter Anthony Wint, who is gaining attention after recent performances and UFC contract success.
• Analysts see Silva’s well-rounded skills and ground game as key factors against Wang’s aggressive striking, making the fight a closely matched and unpredictable contest.