
Valentina Shevchenko is a Kyrgyzstani-Peruvian mixed martial artist and former Muay Thai champion. Born on March 7, 1988, in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, she is a two-time UFC Womenβs Flyweight Champion known for her precision striking and strategic fight IQ. Shevchenko began her martial arts journey at a young age, starting with Taekwondo at five and adding Muay Thai by twelve.
Her family's sporting background, with her mother being a former Muay Thai champion, significantly influenced her career. Shevchenko is renowned for her calm demeanor outside the octagon, balancing intense training with careful recovery and strategic planning. As of 2025, she continues to dominate the UFC Womenβs Flyweight division, maintaining her status as one of the top-ranked fighters globally.