Erin Blanchfield is locked in for another main event moment as she prepares to headline UFC Vegas 107 against top flyweight contender Maycee Barber. Set for Saturday, May 31st, the bout could have major implications for the title picture at 125 pounds.
Blanchfield enters the contest brimming with confidence and momentum. “I’m super excited. Another great matchup in the top five—another main event. I’m just excited to show off what I’ve been working on,” she said during media day.
On what’s at stake, she added: “With a really good performance, I think I get the shot at the title. It’s not just about winning, but how you win. So, I plan to win impressively.”
She acknowledges Barber’s aggressive style but believes her own discipline will make the difference: “She’s forward pressure, big hooks. But this is her first five-rounder—I plan to stay technical and break her down.”
The winner could find themselves one win away from a title shot, or even next in line. Valentina Shevchenko remains a looming figure in the division, but top-ranked Natália Silva and champion Zhang Weili could be headed toward a superfight at strawweight, opening a path for a new challenger at flyweight.
If Blanchfield delivers the performance she’s promising, she might just leap to the front of that line.
