The athlete emphasized: “Setting the right goals and believing in yourself is already half the success. Hard work always pays off. The contract is signed, I already have a fight date and an opponent. See you soon in the cage.”
It is important to note that on April 19, 2025, Farida won the title of champion of the Octagon league, defeating Kazakh athlete Ayan Tursyn in the main event of the tournament. The bout ended with a split decision in favor of the Kyrgyzstani, highlighting her superiority in the fight (4:1).
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The Road to UFC is a knockout tournament featuring fighters from Asia. The winner in each weight category receives a contract with Dana White's league — UFC, the leading organization in the MMA world, or with the Power Slap promotion. Contracts are most often awarded through Dana White’s Contender Series after successful fights, allowing fighters to join the UFC main roster.
