Full media scrum: Valentina Shevchenko unconcerned with opponent's claims ahead of UFC on FOX 23

DENVER – Valentina Shevchenko has spent a lifetime training and competing in martial arts, and she’s owned world titles in the striking arts. So she’s not concerned with anything Julianna Pena might be saying ahead of UFC on FOX 23.

Shevchenko (13-2 MMA, 2-1 UFC) meets Pena (8-2 MMA, 4-0 UFC) in the headlining bout of UFC on FOX 23, which takes place Saturday at Denver’s Pepsi Center. It airs on FOX following prelims on FS1 and UFC Fight Pass.

The winner is expected to challenge current champ Amanda Nunes for the UFC women’s bantamweight title. Today, Shevchenko spoke to reporters at EXDO Event Center in Denver. Check out the video above to hear why Shevchenko thinks she’s primed for victory.

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