The Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee hosts a compelling clash in the women’s strawweight division as rising grappling phenom Fatima “The Archangel” Kline (7–1) takes on dynamic striker Melissa “Super Mely” Martinez (8–1) at UFC 317. Both fighters are coming off impressive wins and look to break into the top 15 rankings with a statement performance.
Fight Details
| Event | Info |
| Date | Saturday, July 12, 2025 |
| Location | Bridgestone Arena, Nashville |
| Time | Prelims ~6:00 PM ET |
| Broadcast | ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass |
| Weight Class | Strawweight (115 lbs) |
| Rounds | 3 |
Fighter Breakdown
🇺🇸 Fatima Kline
Age: 24
Height/Reach: 5’6″ / 67″
Stance: Orthodox
Record: 7–1 (3 KO, 1 SUB)
Team: Silver Fox BJJ
Recent Form: TKO win over Viktoriia Dudakova (Jan 2025)
Strengths: Elite grappling, top control, clinch pressure, improving striking
UFC Stats: 1.84 takedowns per fight, 90% takedown accuracy, 47% striking accuracy
🇲🇽 Melissa Martinez
Age: 27
Height/Reach: 5’2″ / 66″
Stance: Southpaw
Record: 8–1 (5 KO)
Team: Bonebreakers MMA
Recent Form: UD win over Alice Ardelean (Oct 2024)
Strengths: Kickboxing pedigree, footwork, striking volume
UFC Stats: 3.90 significant strikes per minute, 52% striking accuracy
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Kline | Martinez |
| Height | 5’6″ | 5’2″ |
| Reach | 67″ | 66″ |
| Striking Accuracy | 47% | 52% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 90% | 50% |
| Takedown Defense | 50% | 25% |
| UFC Record | 1–1 | 1–1 |
Key Storylines
Grappler vs Striker: Kline’s submission and ground-and-pound arsenal vs Martinez’s elite kickboxing and movement.
Momentum Battle: Both fighters rebounded from debut losses and now seek a second straight UFC win.
Octagon Control: Kline excels in clinch and cage pressure; Martinez thrives in open space and range striking.
Championship Pedigree: Martinez is a six-time national kickboxing champion and WAKO World gold medalist.
FIGHT ODDS
Fatima Kline – 1350
Melissa Martinez + 800
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 11, 2025
