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BROOKLYN, N.Y. – Repeatedly demanding a title shot apparently has paid dividends for Jessica Eye.

UFC President Dana White named the veteran fighter as the next likely challenger for flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko(16-3 MMA, 5-2 UFC).

“I think Eye is next,” White, responding to MMAjunkie, told reporters at the post-event news conference for UFC on ESPN+ 1 from Barclays Center.

Eye (14-6 MMA, 4-5 UFC) picked up her third straight win this past month at UFC 231 and soon after resumed her push for a shot at gold, which in large part was motivated by her work ethic and a slight chip on her shoulder.

“I’m never going to get what I feel I deserve,” Eye said. “Isn’t that what keeps your expectations high and keeps you driving for the better things? I’m a hard worker, and no matter what it is I’m always going to strive to be better.

“But I do believe I’ve earned my right for a title shot. I do believe I’ve earned to be given a chance to change my life and maybe help other people see my story.”

On the same card Eye extended her winning streak, Shevchenko established herself as the flyweight to beat with a unanimous decision over former strawweight champ Joanna Jedrzejczyk.

Shevchenko did not dismiss the idea of facing Eye when the topic was broached. She said her main goal as champion is to stay busy, and she clearly has a willing opponent.

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