When Felicia Spencer defeated top 3-ranked Megan Anderson at UFC Fight Night 152 last month, she proudly proclaimed she wanted to become the face of the women's featherweight division. It's a lofty goal for the undefeated fighter, but there's just one problem — Cris Cyborg is in the way. The former champion took note of Spencer's comments,
calling for a fight in July, and it looks like the UFC is now trying to finalize a nontitle bout between the two.
UFC president Dana White told ESPN that the promotion has formally offered the 145-pound bouth to both fighters and should they sign, it wil serve as the co-main event of UFC 240 on July 27.
"I'm excited about this Edmonton card. Max Holloway vs. Frankie Edgar is a great main event, and now we have Cris Cyborg vs. Felicia Spencer in the co-main event," White told ESPN.
"Felicia is undefeated at 7-0, a former Invicta world champion, coming off a very impressive first-round finish over a top 3-ranked Megan Anderson. I can't wait for this fight."
Cyborg's last fight was in December at UFC 232 where she
lost the featherweight belt via 51-second knockout to Amanda Nunes. Although Cyborg had
called for an immediate rematch, Nunes has made it clear that she wants to first defend her bantamweight belt. She's scheduled to face Holly Holm —
the only former champion she has yet to fight — on July 6 at UFC 239. Nunes has talked about
taking an extended break after her fight with Holm, or possibly even retiring.
Rather than sit by idly, Cyborg is looking to fight. It seems Cyborg, who has only fought once in the past 15 months, is looking to take on anyone willing. And it sounds like Felicia Spencer will be next.