Zhang Weili of China poses on the scale during the UFC 292 weigh-in at TD Garden in Boston Friday. Zhang defended her strawweight title in the event the following day. Photo: Paul Rutherford/VCG

On Saturday, Zhang earned unanimous winning scores of 50-43, 50-44 and 49-45 from judges in the championship showdown against Amanda Lemos of Brazil. Photo: IC Photo

Zhang takes down Lemos. The 34-year-old landed six takedowns to her opponent’s zero during the fight. Photo: Cooper Neill/VCG

Zhang throws a punch after taking down Lemos. Zhang dominated in ground control, keeping Lemos on the mat for nearly 15 full minutes during the fight. Photo: Paul Rutherford/VCG

Zhang dodges a punch from Lemos. Photo: Paul Rutherford/VCG

Zhang lands a punch to Lemos’ chin. Photo: Paul Rutherford/VCG

Zhang finished the fight with a total of 288 strikes, while Lemos managed only 21, which marks the largest differential in UFC women’s history. Photo: VCG

Zhang celebrates with the gold belt around her waist after her victory. Photo: Cooper Neill/VCG