Rose Namajunas Faces New Opponent at UFC 324 After Grasso Exit

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Rose Namajunas Faces New Opponent at UFC 324 After Grasso Exit

The upcoming UFC 324 event has seen a significant change in its fight card. Originally set to feature a match between former flyweight champion Alexa Grasso and former strawweight champion Rose Namajunas, Grasso has withdrawn from the bout. This development opens the door for a new challenger.

Natalia Silva Steps In

With Alexa Grasso out, MMA Fighting confirmed that Natalia Silva will take her place against Rose Namajunas at UFC 324. Silva is currently ranked No. 2 in the flyweight division, holding a professional record of 19 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw.

  • Record in UFC: 7-0
  • Most recent fight: Unanimous decision win over Grasso at UFC 315 in May

Namajunas’ Background

Rose Namajunas, a two-time strawweight champion, made her move up to the flyweight division in 2023. Currently, her record stands at 14 wins and 7 losses, with 3 of her 5 losses occurring in this higher weight class. Namajunas recently secured a unanimous decision victory against Miranda Maverick at UFC Atlanta in June.

Event Details

UFC 324 is scheduled to take place on January 24, 2026, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. With new matchups forming, fans can anticipate an exciting evening of fights.

Experts and analysts are keen to see how Silva’s undefeated streak in the UFC will fare against the experienced Namajunas.