Natália Silva

Background Natália Silva was born in Pingo-d'Água, a small town near Ipatinga, Brazil, and started her journey in martial arts at 16, initially through taekwondo in a voluntary social project. Her passion for competition grew, leading her to transition into MMA after a first fight invitation from friends at the age of 18. This shift allowed her to discover her true potential, connect with fellow fighters, and ultimately led her to the world of professional fighting. Her path eventually crossed with Jungle Fight, opening doors for her to pursue fighting as a career.

Mixed martial arts career Early career Beginning her career mostly only knowing taekwondo, Silva struggled with her transition to MMA, losing a couple of her first bouts due to not knowing any grappling. In 2017, Silva was invited by Carlos Borracha to fight for Jungle Fight, who generously offered her both a gym to train and a place to live. However, it wasn't until 2019 that Silva had her first shot at the flyweight belt in Jungle Fight.

Facing off against Gabi Marçal, Silva secured a victory in the opening round through a submission, executing a skillful strike and seamlessly transitioning into an arm lock on the ground.

In her sophomore performance with the promotion, Silva faced Tereza Bledá on November 29, 2022, at UFC Fight Night 215, winning the bout via TKO stoppage due to a spinning back kick and ground and pound in the third round. With this win, Silva earned her first Performance of the Night bonus.

Silva faced Victoria Leonardo on May 20, 2023, at UFC Fight Night 223. She won the fight via technical knockout in round one.

Silva faced her first ranked opponent in Andrea Lee at UFC 292 on August 19, 2023. She won the fight by unanimous decision.

Silva, on her birthday, faced Viviane Araújo on February 3, 2024, at UFC Fight Night 235. She won the fight by unanimous decision.

Silva faced former UFC Women's Strawweight Champion Jéssica Andrade on September 7, 2024 at UFC Fight Night 242. She won the fight by unanimous decision. This fight earned her a Fight of the Night award.

Silva faced former flyweight champion Alexa Grasso at UFC 315 on May 10, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. She won the fight by unanimous decision.

Replacing an injured Alexa Grasso, Silva faced former two-time UFC Women's Strawweight Champion Rose Namajunas on January 24, 2026 at UFC 324. She won the fight via unanimous decision. 13 out of 18 media outlets scored the bout for Namajunas.

Silva was scheduled to compete for the UFC Women's Flyweight Championship against champion Valentina Shevchenko on October 3, 2026 at UFC 332. However, Shevchenko withdrew due to injury, which led to the cancellation of the bout.

Championships and accomplishments Mixed martial arts Ultimate Fighting Championship Fight of the Night (One time) Highest striking differential in UFC Women's Flyweight division history (2.45) Jungle Fight Jungle Fight Women's Flyweight Championship (One time) One successful title defense

Mixed martial arts record Win

Rose Namajunas Decision (unanimous) UFC 324

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Alexa Grasso Decision (unanimous) UFC 315

Montreal, Quebec, Canada Win

Jéssica Andrade Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Brady

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Viviane Araújo Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Imavov

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Andrea Lee Decision (unanimous) UFC 292

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Win

Victoria Leonardo TKO (punches and head kick) UFC Fight Night: Dern vs. Hill

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Tereza Bledá TKO (spinning back kick and punches) UFC Fight Night: Nzechukwu vs. Cuțelaba

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Jasmine Jasudavicius Decision (unanimous) UFC on ESPN: Kattar vs. Emmett

Austin, Texas, United States Win

Joice Mara Submission (armbar) Jungle Fight 100

Manaus, Brazil Win

Gabriela Marçal Submission (armbar) Jungle Fight 96

Belo Horizonte, Brazil Win

Raquel Santiago Submission (rear-naked choke) Fight Club MMA 10

Montes Claros, Brazil Win

Kênia Santana Submission (armbar) Jungle Fight: Quinto Fight Night 1

Contagem, Brazil Win

Ingritt Silva Submission (armbar) Fight Club MMA 6

Montes Claros, Brazil Win

Raquel Santiago Submission (armbar) Fight Club MMA 5

Bocaiuva, Brazil Loss

Marina Rodriguez Decision (unanimous) Thunder Fight 14

São Paulo, Brazil Win

Tarciara Santos Submission (armbar) Jungle Fight 92

Belo Horizonte, Brazil Win

Simone Almeida da Silva Decision (unanimous) Vegas Fight Night

Betim, Brazil Win

Carolina Oliveira TKO (punches) Patao Combat MMA 1

Manhuaçu, Brazil Loss

Daiane Firmino Decision (unanimous) Batalha MMA 4

São Paulo, Brazil Win

Gabriela Souza TKO (punches) Spartacus HCC: Champions Challenge

Ibatiba, Brazil Draw

Cris Macfer Draw (unanimous) BH Sparta 8

Belo Horizonte, Brazil Win

Juliana Costa KO (punch) Balloutta Combat MMA 1

Lajinha, Brazil Loss

Kenya Miranda Submission (rear-naked choke) Ratinho FC 2

Caratinga, Brazil Loss

Elaine Leal Submission (armbar) BH Sparta 7

Belo Horizonte, Brazil Win

Carolina Oliveira DQ (illegal elbow strikes) Combat Night Fight 2

Janaúba, Brazil Loss

Kenya Miranda TKO (punches) Fire Cage: Super Fight Night 1

Montes Claros, Brazil