Karine Silva vs Maycee Barber — Fight recap

Maycee Barber defeated Karine Silva by unanimous decision after three rounds on December 6, 2025, at the UFC event. Barber's striking volume proved decisive, landing 55 of 85 significant strikes (64%) compared to Silva's 21 of 45 (46%), while controlling the cage for 6:20 versus Silva's 3:28.

Both fighters showed willingness to grapple, with Barber securing three of five takedown attempts (60%) and Silva converting two of three (66%), but Barber's superior striking accuracy and octagon control dictated the pace throughout. Barber's head strike volume of 41 landed shots demonstrated her ability to break down Silva systematically, while Silva's leg strike accuracy (9 of 10) remained her lone bright spot in an otherwise one-sided affair.

The victory solidifies Barber's position in the women's flyweight rankings as she continues her climb toward title contention.