Erin Blanchfield News
UFC Atlantic City: ‘Blanchfield vs. Fiorot’ Weigh-in Results - 1 Fighter Misses Weight
Susan Cox - March 29, 2024
UFC Atlantic City will take place tomorrow, Saturday, March 30th at the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Weigh-ins took place today, Friday March 29th.
Maycee Barber claps back at Erin Blanchfield following “pathetic” remarks: “She’s fighting girls after I already changed them”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
Maycee Barber has hit back at Erin Blanchfield as the two flyweight stars continue to trade blows and tease a future showdown. Right now, the women’s flyweight division is looking pretty electric in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. There are plenty of top contenders hoping to make their mark in the months and years to come, and that includes Maycee Barber and Erin Blanchfield.
Erin Blanchfield takes aim at “pathetic” Maycee Barber ahead of UFC Atlantic City: “She talks a lot for somebody who’s scared of fighting people at the very top”
Susan Cox - March 27, 2024
Erin Blanchfield is taking aim at ‘pathetic’ Maycee Barber ahead of her Octagon return this weekend at UFC Atlantic City. Maycee Barber (14-2 MMA) last fought and defeated Katlyn Cerminara (18-6 MMA) in a flyweight bout earlier this month at UFC 299. With the victory, ‘The Future‘ has now won 6 in a row in the Octagon.
Erin Blanchfield looking for an "iconic performance" against Manon Fiorot to secure title shot
Cole Shelton - March 26, 2024
Erin Blanchfield is looking to secure a title shot with a win against Manon Fiorot in the main event of UFC Atlantic City on Saturday. Blanchfield is a perfect 6-0 in the UFC and coming off a decision win over Taila Santos back in August. Although at the time many thought that would be a No. 1 contender fight, Blanchfield is now set to face Fiorot in a bout that she’s the betting favorite in.
Erin Blanchfield willing to fight Manon Fiorot next following controversial Valentina Shevchenko vs. Alexa Grasso rematch at Noche UFC: “I thought Valentina won”
Susan Cox - September 18, 2023
Erin Blanchfield says she’s willing to fight Manon Fiorot next following the controversial Valentina Shevchenko vs Alexa Grasso rematch at Noche UFC. Noche UFC took place this past Saturday, September 16th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Headlining the event was flyweight title bout between Valentina Shevchenko (23-4 MMA) and Alexa Grasso (16-3 MMA). The end result was a split draw in their title fight rematch.
Manon Fiorot following UFC Paris win over Rose Namajunas: "I don't see why I'd fight Erin Blanchfield"
Fernando Quiles - September 3, 2023
Manon Fiorot believes she’s due for a title shot following her UFC Paris victory over Rose Namajunas. Fiorot and Namajunas shared the Octagon inside Accor Arena in Paris, France on September 2. The bout went the distance and Fiorot was awarded the unanimous decision victory. Most agree that at this point, Fiorot and Erin Blanchfield are the two names to look at for the winner of Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko 2.
UFC Singapore Results: Erin Blanchfield defeats Taila Santos (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - August 26, 2023
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC Singapore results, including the flyweight bout between Erin Blanchfield and Taila Santos. Blanchfield (11-1 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a second-round submission victory over former strawweight champion Jessica Andrade at UFC Vegas 69 back in February. That victory marked ‘Cold Blooded’s’ eighth in a row and third straight finish.
Erin Blanchfield vs. Taila Santos added to UFC Singapore in August
Josh Evanoff - June 27, 2023
UFC women’s flyweight contenders Erin Blanchfield and Taila Santos have been booked for August. ‘Cold Blooded’ has been out of the cage since her clash with Jessica Andrade in February. That bout was the biggest test of her career to date, and she passed with flying colors. Erin Blanchfield wound up securing a second-round submission win and quickly called for a title shot against Valentina Shevchenko.
Erin Blanchfield confirms interest in vacant UFC bantamweight title fight: "I’m one of the most interesting fights right now for that division"
Fernando Quiles - June 19, 2023
UFC women’s flyweight contender Erin Blanchfield isn’t opposed to moving up in weight for a shot at gold. Erin Blanchfield has quickly emerged as a top contender in the 125-pound division. Back in February, Blanchfield earned a second-round submission victory over former UFC Strawweight Champion Jessica Andrade. Thanks to the finish, “Cold Blooded” received her third “Performance of the Night” bonus.
Valentina Shevchenko amused by Erin Blanchfield's recent callout: "I remember Maycee Barber, she said something similar"
Josh Evanoff - February 28, 2023
UFC women’s flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko isn’t worried about Erin Blanchfield. ‘Bullet’ is slated to make her return this Saturday night at UFC 285 against Alexa Grasso. The bout will be Shevchenko’s first since defeating Taila Santos by split-decision last June. Following that bout, the Brazilian called for an instant rematch, but it didn’t come to fruition.
Dana White reacts to Erin Blanchfield’s impressive submission win over Jessica Andrade: “You couldn’t ask for a better badass performance by Erin”
Fernando Quiles - February 26, 2023
UFC President Dana White is well aware of the rise of Erin Blanchfield. Blanchfield is quickly emerging as a top contender in the UFC women’s flyweight division. She’s fresh off a second-round submission finish over Jessica Andrade at UFC Vegas 69. The win earned Blanchfield a “Performance of the Night” bonus. Blanchfield was expecting to meet Taila Santos, but she was removed from the card and replaced by Andrade on just one week’s notice.
Erin Blanchfield reacts to Jessica Andrade's breast slip claim: "Sometimes when people lose like that, they have to try to find every little reason of maybe why"
Jeffrey Walter - February 23, 2023
Surging women’s flyweight contender Erin Blanchfield picked up the biggest win of her UFC career last Saturday when she submitted Jessica Andrade. Blanchfield (11-1 MMA) was returning to the Octagon for the first time since scoring an impressive first-round submission win over Molly McCann at November’s UFC 281 event. That victory had improved Blanchfield’s win streak to seven in a row, with four of those wins coming under the UFC banner.
What's next for Erin Blanchfield and Jessica Andrade after UFC Vegas 69?
Cole Shelton - February 20, 2023
In the main event of UFC Vegas 69, Erin Blanchfield headlined her first UFC event as she took on Jessica Andrade – who stepped up on short notice at women’s flyweight. Blanchfield was supposed to face Taila Santos but a week out the Brazilian withdrew and Andrade stepped up. Blanchfield entered the fight being a perfect 4-0 in the UFC and was coming off a submission win over Molly McCann. Andrade, meanwhile, had picked up a lopsided decision win over Lauren Murphy at UFC 283.
Erin Blanchfield explains why she accepted fighting Jessica Andrade on short notice at UFC Vegas 69
Fernando Quiles - February 19, 2023
UFC Vegas 69 winner Erin Blanchfield has explained why she accepted a fight with Jessica Andrade on short notice. Blanchfield was scheduled to fight Taila Santos, but Santos was removed, and Andrade took her place. Blanchfield ended up scoring the second-round submission victory via rear-naked choke.
Erin Blanchfield eyes UFC title fight against winner of Valentina Shevchenko vs. Alexa Grasso: "It can line up perfectly"
Fernando Quiles - February 19, 2023
Erin Blanchfield has emerged as a top contender in the UFC women’s flyweight division, and she wants a title opportunity next. Blanchfield shared the Octagon with Jessica Andrade in the main event of UFC Vegas 69 this past Saturday night. Blanchfield was expected to meet Taila Santos but plans changed, and Andrade stepped in. Blanchfield secured the second-round submission finish.
UFC Vegas 69 Bonus Report: Erin Blanchfield one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - February 18, 2023
The Octagon returned to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 69 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Jessica Andrade vs. Erin Blanchfield. The women’s flyweight main event proved to be a coming out party for Erin Blanchfield. The 23-year-old went toe-to-toe with the hard-hitting Brazilian for the first five minutes of the contest. Then in round two, Blanchfield was able to score an early takedown and quickly proceeded to take the back of the former strawweight champion. She proceeded to lock-up a rear-naked choke which forced Andrade to tapout.
UFC Vegas 69 Results: Erin Blanchfield stops Jessica Andrade in Round 2 (Video)
Chris Taylor - February 18, 2023
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 69 event is headlined by a women’s flyweight bout featuring Jessica Andrade taking on Erin Blanchfield. Blanchfield (10-1 MMA) was originally slated to meet Taila Santos (19-2 MMA) in tonight’s headliner. However, Santos was forced to withdraw from the contest last week, and thankfully Jessica Andrade (24-9 MMA) agreed to step in on short-notice and fill the void.
UFC Vegas 69: ‘Andrade vs. Blanchfield’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 18, 2023
The Octagon returns to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 69 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Jessica Andrade vs. Erin Blanchfield. Blanchfield (10-1 MMA) was originally slated to meet Taila Santos (19-2 MMA) in tonight’s headliner. However, Santos was forced to withdraw from the contest last week, and thankfully Jessica Andrade (24-9 MMA) agreed to step in on short-notice and fill the void.
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