A change of plans for Jessica Andrade’s move up to flyweight.
MMA Junkie reports that the former UFC strawweight champion will take on former flyweight title challenger Katlyn Chookagian on October 17th at a location TBD. Originally, Andrade was supposed to face Jessica Eye at this event, but Eye’s health issues stemming from a staph infection make that impossible at the moment.
Andrade (20-8) lost her title via quick TKO against current champ Zhang Weili almost exactly one year ago today. Her lone appearance in 2020 saw her lose a very close and entertaining split decision in her non-title rematch with Rose Namajunas.