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UFC 332: Start Time and Key Fights Including Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong

The showdown for the vacant women's flyweight title between Natalia Silva and Wang Cong takes place this Saturday at UFC 332, airing live on CBS and Paramount+. This is the first time since 2017 that a UFC women's flyweight title fight does not feature the iconic Valentina Shevchenko.

Shevchenko gave up her belt after a shoulder and back ligament injury that will keep her out for roughly a year. She's guaranteed a title shot once she returns, so the winner of this fight will take the championship and get a chance to face Shevchenko down the road.

Event Schedule

  • Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
  • Early Prelims: 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT
  • Prelims: 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
  • Main Card: 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
  • Broadcast Info: Prelims stream only on Paramount+, main card available on both Paramount+ and CBS

This UFC numbered event marks the first time the full main card airs on broadcast television.

Octagon Walk Timing

The main event fighters are expected to enter the cage around 10:15 p.m. ET / 7:15 p.m. PT, but that may shift depending on earlier bouts. If you want to catch just the title fight, tuning in by 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT is advisable.

Main Event Preview: Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong

This fight features two top contenders for the vacant women's flyweight crown, with No. 1 Natalia Silva facing off against No. 6 Wang Cong. Silva is known for her quick striking, fluid movement, and Taekwondo background, making her one of the division’s most thrilling prospects.

Wang brings serious knockout power and momentum, highlighted by her past victory over Valentina Shevchenko in kickboxing. The bout sets Silva’s evasive, high-volume striking against Wang’s pressure and strength. Both fighters understand that finishing the fight could secure their place as the division's new leading figure.

Co-Main Event: Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Payton Talbott

The bantamweight co-main event matches former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo against rising prospect Payton Talbott. Figueiredo has struggled recently with losses to Umar Nurmagomedov and Song Yadong. At 38, he needs near-perfect execution to snap his skid against Talbott.

Talbott, one of MMA’s most promising young fighters, has shown skill and confidence, including a win over former champion Henry Cejudo. His aggressive style contrasts with Figueiredo’s counter-striking and grappling. A victory for Talbott could catapult him toward title contention, while Figueiredo must prove he still belongs among the elite at bantamweight.

Underrated Matchups to Watch

  • King Green vs. Esteban Ribovics (Lightweight): Green, 40 years old, is riding a four-fight winning streak with sharp counter-striking. Ribovics recently knocked out Edson Barboza and relies heavily on boxing. Expect a striking war with a likely finish.
  • Roberto Soldic vs. Khaos Williams (Welterweight): Soldic, a two-division KSW champ, debuts in UFC bringing 18 knockouts in 21 wins. He faces Williams, a powerful UFC veteran with 11 fights under his belt.
  • Imanol Rodriguez vs. Alden Coria (Flyweight): Both undefeated in the UFC, Rodriguez (7-0) finishes all his fights, while Coria (3-0) recently scored a short-notice stoppage. This bout could reveal the next top contender in flyweight.

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