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Watch UFC 332: Silva vs. Wang Live on CBS and Paramount+ This Saturday

This Saturday, the UFC returns to Salt Lake City for a major event where Natalia Silva and Wang Cong will battle for the vacant women's flyweight championship at UFC 332. For the first time, the entire main card will be broadcast live on both CBS and Paramount+, expanding the promotion's reach to fans nationwide.

With former champion Valentina Shevchenko sidelined due to injury, the winner of this fight not only claims the belt but also sets up a potential unification match against one of the sport’s most dominant champions.

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
  • Location: Delta Center, Salt Lake City, Utah
  • Broadcast: Streaming on Paramount+ and simulcast on CBS
  • Main Card Start: 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
  • Prelims Start: 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
  • Early Prelims Start: 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT

International viewers can watch via UFC Fight Pass or local broadcast partners.

Full Fight Card

  • Main Card (8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT):
  • Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong (Women’s Flyweight Title)
  • Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Payton Talbott (Bantamweight)
  • King Green vs. Esteban Ribovics (Lightweight)
  • Roberto Soldic vs. Khaos Williams (Welterweight)
  • Ateba Gautier vs. Roman Kopylov (Middleweight)
  • Imanol Rodriguez vs. Alden Coria (Flyweight)
  • Damian Pinas vs. Andrey Pulyaev (Middleweight)
  • Marcus McGhee vs. Bernardo Sopaj (Bantamweight)
  • Anthony Wint vs. Lucas Armand (Heavyweight)
  • Johnny Walker vs. Mick Parkin (Heavyweight)
  • Rafael dos Anjos vs. Alexander Hernandez (Lightweight)
  • Marvin Vettori vs. Ismail Naurdiev (Middleweight)
  • Court McGee vs. Eric Nolan (Welterweight)

Main Event Breakdown: Silva vs. Wang

The flyweight title clash brings together two distinct striking styles. Natalia Silva is known for her patient approach, strong defense, and Taekwondo-based striking, relying heavily on volume and footwork. In contrast, Wang Cong is a Wushu Sanda specialist who carries significant knockout power, capable of ending fights with one punch.

The key question is whether Wang can close the gap quickly before Silva uses her movement to dominate exchanges. Wang usually fights orthodox despite being listed as a southpaw, adding an interesting dynamic to the matchup.

Tale of the Tape

  • Pro Record: Silva 20-5-1, Wang 10-1
  • Age: Silva 29, Wang 34
  • Height: Silva 5'4", Wang 5'6"
  • Reach: Both 65"
  • Stance: Silva Southpaw, Wang Southpaw*
  • *Wang often fights Orthodox despite official stats.
  • Last Fight: Silva - Unanimous decision win over Rose Namajunas; Wang - Unanimous decision win over Tracy Cortez

Natalia Silva's Edge

Silva is unbeaten in her last eight UFC fights, including wins against former champions like Rose Namajunas, Alexa Grasso, and Jessica Andrade. Her style is marked by constant lateral movement and maintaining distance, which has helped neutralize opponents’ attacks.

Her defense stands out; she avoids overcommitting and counters well. Yet, her bout with Namajunas showed that when pressured against the cage, she can be vulnerable. Facing Wang’s aggressive cage-cutting and powerful punches, Silva’s footwork will be tested more than ever.

Wang Cong’s Threat

Wang brings a unique blend of Wushu and amateur boxing skills. She holds the record for the second-fastest knockout in UFC women’s flyweight history, finishing Victoria Leonardo in just 62 seconds. Currently on a four-fight winning streak, Wang’s footwork and countering are sharp, similar to Silva’s style.

Her knockout power is top-tier, but grappling defense remains an open question. Her only MMA loss came by rear-naked choke from Gabriella Fernandes, who surprised many by finishing her despite being an underdog.

Against Silva, Wang cannot afford defensive lapses or to take heavy kicks, which Silva delivers effectively. The fight will likely revolve around who controls range; early clean shots from Wang could end it quickly, while Silva’s endurance and experience may tip the scales in a longer contest.

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