Jaqueline Amorim and Polyana Viana Collide in Kansas City Clash

The UFC has added an intriguing strawweight clash to its April lineup as Brazilian contenders Jaqueline Amorim and Polyana Viana prepare to meet at a UFC Fight Night event rumored for April 26 in Kansas City, Missouri. While not yet officially announced by the promotion, the matchup was confirmed to MMA Junkie by two anonymous sources with knowledge of the booking.

Jaqueline Amorim will take on Polyana Viana at #UFCKansasCity on April 26th.
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Strawweight Showdown Set for Kansas City

The three-round bout pairs two fighters at critical junctures in their UFC careers. Amorim (9-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) enters riding a three-fight winning streak that began after dropping her promotional debut to Sam Hughes in March 2023. The 28-year-old grappling specialist has since showcased improved striking to defeat Montserrat Ruiz, Cory McKenna, and Vanessa Demopoulos – the latter via split decision in her first UFC main card appearance.

Jaqueline Amorim defeats Cory McKenna via Submission (Armbar) in the 1st at UFC Vegas 88

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Viana (13-7 MMA, 4-6 UFC) seeks to reverse momentum after back-to-back stoppage losses to Iasmin Lucindo and Gillian Robertson derailed her previous 3-1 run. The 32-year-old “Dama de Ferro” (Iron Lady) withdrew from a scheduled October 2024 bout against McKenna due to undisclosed reasons, making this her first octagon appearance in six months.

The matchup presents stylistic contrasts: Amorim’s six submission victories highlight her world-class jiu-jitsu pedigree, while Viana’s 10 career finishes (eight submissions, two knockouts) demonstrate dangerous versatility. Both fighters will look to leverage their Brazilian roots in a division where compatriots Amanda Lemos and Luana Pinheiro currently hold top-10 rankings.

Career Crossroads for Brazilian Contenders

For Amorim, this fight represents her toughest UFC challenge to date. A victory over the experienced Viana could propel the American Top Team product into the strawweight top 15. Her recent decision win over Demopoulos revealed improved cardio and tactical patience, attributes she’ll need against Viana’s aggressive style.

Viana faces heightened stakes after her recent skid. Despite holding the record for most UFC finishes by a female strawweight (4), her 4-6 promotional record leaves little margin for error. The former Jungle Fight champion remains one of the division’s most exciting action fighters, with 12 of her 13 career wins coming inside the distance. Her ability to defend Amorim’s takedowns and force striking exchanges could determine the bout’s trajectory.

The event’s Kansas City location continues the UFC’s 2025 strategy of hosting Fight Night cards in markets outside traditional MMA hubs. While the card remains under development, this matchup joins a growing lineup that could help bolster the promotion’s mid-tier events amid a crowded combat sports spring schedule.

As both fighters prepare for this pivotal clash, the strawweight division watches closely. With champion Zhang Weili expected to defend her title against Tatiana Suarez this weekend, contenders like Amorim and Viana aim to position themselves in an increasingly competitive landscape. For the UFC’s Brazilian contingent, this bout offers another opportunity to showcase the depth of talent emerging from South America’s MMA hotbed.