Zhang Weili has proven time and time again that she is a force to be reckoned with inside the Octagon. However, her demeanor outside of the cage is a stark contrast to her fierce fighting style.
During her latest title defense at UFC 312 against Tatiana Suarez, Zhang entered the fight as the underdog. Many doubted her ability to come out on top, but she silenced all her critics with a dominant performance, ultimately winning by unanimous decision.
Despite facing off against her opponents in the Octagon, Zhang doesn’t view them as enemies outside of the cage. In fact, she recently shared a touching moment with Suarez after their fight, showing that there can be mutual respect between competitors.
Notably, Zhang also formed a close bond with former champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk, demonstrating that friendships can be forged even in the heat of battle.
Looking ahead, Zhang is considering a potential move up to the flyweight division to challenge Valentina Shevchenko for the title. While she is open to new challenges, Zhang is also committed to defending her strawweight title against worthy opponents.
Ultimately, Zhang’s focus is on pushing herself to new heights in her fighting career, whether that means pursuing a new title or continuing to dominate in her current weight class.