UFC Women’s Flyweight World Champion Valentina Shevchenko has been named a Global Brand Ambassador for the crypto betting platform Stake. The announcement was made public shortly before her upcoming title defense on May 11th, where she is scheduled to face French challenger Manon Fiorot.
Shevchenko’s addition further solidifies Stake’s engagement within the Ultimate Fighting Championship landscape. The fighter from Kyrgyzstan joins a roster of prominent UFC athletes already associated with the brand. This group includes notable figures such as Max Holloway, Alex Pereira, Merab Dvalishvili, Alexandre Pantoja, and Israel Adesanya.
Valentina Shevchenko is widely recognized as one of the most accomplished female fighters in mixed martial arts. Her career is distinguished by her strong Muay Thai foundation and highly technical approach to fighting. She joined the UFC in 2015 and has held the Flyweight championship since 2018. Currently holding the top position in the UFC’s Women’s Pound-for-Pound rankings, she continues to be a leading figure in her weight class.
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Both Shevchenko and Stake representatives issued statements regarding the partnership. Valentina Shevchenko remarked, “Stake has become one of the most important and exciting partners of the UFC, and I’m proud to now be a Global Ambassador for the brand. Stake is the home of champions, and I’m excited to work with its incredible team”.
Akhil Sarin, Stake’s Chief Marketing Officer, also commented on the collaboration, stating, “We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Valentina to the Stake family. It’s rare to see a true legend of the sport still performing at the absolute highest level, and we’re excited to build a long and successful partnership together. We feel that the Stake brand is now synonymous with the UFC, and our relationships with the very best athletes in the sport helps us continue to grow in the MMA sphere”.
