Wang Cong attributes UFC 332 loss to early eye poke

Natalia Silva secured the women’s flyweight championship victory at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City on October 3, 2026. The judges scored the five-round contest 49-46, 48-47, and 48-47 in favor of the Brazilian contender, who utilized consistent combinations and movement throughout the bout.

In a social media statement, Wang Cong revealed that she sustained an eye poke during the first round. She explained that the injury impacted her vision and forced her to slow her pace. Despite the setback, Wang noted that she picked up momentum later in the contest, securing several rounds on individual scorecards. UFC CEO Dana White commented after the event that the fight remained competitive and suggested Wang could have altered the outcome had she been more aggressive earlier.