UFC has signed their first French women’s flyweight fighter in the form of EFC Worldwide and UAE Warriors women’s flyweight champion, Manon Fiorot. Joining the organization on short notice, Fiorot is set to take on Victoria Leonardo on January 20, 2021, UFC Fight Night card. Fiorot has been on many peoples’ list as a top-5 prospect to join the UFC in 2021.
Europe and Africa’s Hottest Prospect
Manon Fiorot (5-1) has already built quite the resume in her short career. Winning five straight since dropping a split decision at Cage Warriors 94 in her pro debut, Fiorot won EFC Worldwide’s The Fighter season 2, which is similar to the UFC’s The Ultimate Fighter.