Jessica Andrade is gearing up to battle up-and-comer Natalia Silva in a flyweight showdown this Saturday at UFC Vegas 97. Coming off wins against Mackenzie Dern and Marina Rodriguez, Andrade made the move to 125 pounds for this fight.
Andrade revealed that she took the flyweight fight to maintain her ranking in the 125-pound division. She commended Silva as a formidable opponent and anticipates an electrifying matchup for the fans.
The originally slated August bout against Silva was rescheduled to September. Andrade noted that Silva’s taekwondo background poses a fresh challenge for her, but she is confident in her preparedness.
Andrade stressed her readiness and unwavering focus for the fight, eyeing to land decisive strikes for a win. Triumphing over Silva could tone down the buzz around the undefeated fighter and possibly position Andrade for a title shot in either weight category.
A UFC veteran with rich experience, Andrade enters her 28th promotional bout with assurance. Having encountered various adversaries and combat styles, she believes this diversity gives her an edge in the octagon.
Drawing motivation from Viviane Araujo’s bout with Silva, Andrade plans to mirror a similar approach while staying faithful to her aggressive fighting style. Her objective is to dictate the fight’s tempo and restrict Silva’s chances to unleash her kicks.
Andrade boasts confidence in her abilities, highlighting her unique skill set, particularly her takedown prowess, as vital in overcoming Silva. Her focus is on executing her strategy flawlessly and denying her opponent any openings to capitalize on.
