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Valentina Shevchenko has undeniably garnered a global fan following, leaving people in awe of both her fighting prowess and stunning looks. Known as ‘The Bullet,’ she effortlessly strikes the right balance, being a formidable fighter with an impressive record of 23-4-0 while exuding elegance and grace. It’s no wonder this Russian heartthrob has recently caught the attention of an admirer who decided to shoot his shot.

However, this isn’t the first time someone has made cheeky remarks about the former UFC Women’s Flyweight Champion. Shevchenko has always been the subject of admiration and speculation. Nonetheless, in a recent turn of events, a bold reporter took a rather straightforward approach by asking the UFC star about her relationship status and delving into her personal life.

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This brave move by the reporter has been applauded by fight fans around the world, who appreciate the candidness and willingness to explore beyond the ring.

Fand hails the reporter for boldly approaching Valentina Shevchenko

Valentina Shevchenko and Julianna Pena recently took the stage for a press conference ahead of UFC 289. As the Q&A session neared its end, a reporter named Conor White took a candid approach and directed his questions exclusively to ‘The Bullet’.

With a hint of audacity, he asked, “I’ve got two questions. Both for Valentina. One, are you single? Two, do you want my number?”

Responding to this unexpected inquiry, the 35-year-old fighter gracefully replied, “Thank you. I am single and I am not sure about the number.” By openly expanding upon her personal life, Valentina Shevchenko demonstrated a level of transparency that resonated with fans.

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Check out how the fans reacted to this incident:

  • “That was the politest rejection ever haha”
  • “I can’t believe she is single WTF”
  • “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.- Wayne Gretzky”
  • “Hurts so good to see another man living your dream”
  • “The “whoooo!” sunk his battleship. Next time you shoot your shot, try your best to suppress your inner dork.”
  • “My dude deserved at least a digit!”
  • “Give this guy props for throwing it out there. Most guy’s would be scared to do such a thing. Haha”
  • “Give this guy a bonus Dana”
  • “My man had her playing with her hair at the end. You’re in there bro!!!!”

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On the professional front, it’s worth mentioning that the 35-year-old Russian fighter recently experienced a setback in her career. She lost her remarkable nine-fight winning streak and eight title defenses to Alexa Grasso at UFC 285. This unexpected turn of events sent shockwaves throughout the MMA world, leaving fans and pundits in a state of disbelief.

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