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Kayla Harrison sparred Amanda Nunes before she even had her first MMA fight… ‘It was sketchy’

Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes have a well documented history with each other, ahead of their suspected fight in the UFC. This past June at UFC 316, Kayla Harrison proved once again why she is one of the greatest athletes in the world when she won the UFC bantamweight title, submitting Julianna Pena in round two.

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Julianna Pena reveals who she'd rather win between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes

Former two-time women's bantamweight champion Julianna Pena has history with current titleholder Kayla Harrison and former two-time champion Amanda Nunes. Harrison and Nunes, former teammates, are expected to meet at some point in 2026.

MMA News / HITC / September 1

Coach outlines when Amanda Nunes may face Kayla Harrison in blockbuster bout

A member of Amanda Nunes’ camp has hinted at a potential timeline for her UFC comeback, though nothing has been set in stone just yet. After stepping away from the sport, she surprised fans earlier this year by announcing her intention to return to the Octagon.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 31

Amanda Nunes’ coach reveals timeline for UFC super-fight against Kayla Harrison: ‘We are cooking’

Amanda Nunes has got a month in mind for her UFC return. The greatest female fighter of all time took the MMA world by surprise earlier this year when she confirmed she’d be coming out of retirement.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / August 26

All-time great open to UFC return amid ongoing rumors of Amanda Nunes vs. Kayla Harrison

Amanda Nunes vs. Kayla Harrison could set up another massive UFC title fight. Rumors have already started to circulate around the next women’s bantamweight title fight, which the UFC fans caught a glimpse of during International Fight Week.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 28

Top 5 Fights Countdown: 2025’s Awesome Bouts Up to Now

Fights. That’s why this site exists, and to that extent, it’s why you’re on it right now. Every Saturday night, or on other nights as the schedule dictates, fans of combat sports gather around their laptops, smartphones or connected devices to log onto their streaming service of choice, such as DAZN or ESPN+ to watch the fists fly.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 28

Kayla Harrison: 'I'm ready to whoop Amanda Nunes' a**'

UFC women's bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison has been calling for a fight against former two-division champion Amanda Nunes since her arrival in the organization in April 2024. Nunes is nearly unanimously considered the greatest female fighter to step foot inside the octagon.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Kayla Harrison Open to Waive Drug Testing Rule for Amanda Nunes UFC Return 'For a Small Fee'

The former two-division UFC champion, Amanda Nunes, who retired in 2023 after defending her bantamweight title against Irene Aldana, is now coming back to the organization after two years of retirement.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 15

Dana White Gets Major Request from Former UFC Champ

The UFC stands tall as the biggest MMA promotion in the world, boasting a massive, passionate global fan base. Fighters from every corner of the globe dream of stepping into the Octagon, not just for the glory, but also for the big paydays and the chance to carve out legendary careers.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 19

‘Kayla Harrison Would Beat Floyd Mayweather’: Andrew Tate Sparks Outrage After Claiming Average Man Can Beat Women Fighter

It will be a cold day in hell before Andrew Tate makes a statement that doesn’t reek of misogyny. The controversial internet personality, who has been accused of r*pe and human trafficking among other crimes in Britain, has now claimed that any common man can beat a trained female MMA fighter.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 19

Julianna Pena considered pulling out of UFC 316 Kayla Harrison title fight

The women's bantamweight title changed hands at UFC 316 on June 7 in Newark, New Jersey. Kayla Harrison dethroned former two-time titleholder Julianna

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 10

Kayla Harrison doesn't care what weight class she fights Amanda Nunes, or on what planet

Some storylines just write themselves. That's the case with newly crowned UFC women's bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison and former multi-division titleholder Amanda

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 9

Kayla Harrison Reveals Wild Diet Behind Gruesome Weight Cut to Make 135lbs

UFC 316 had some of the most entertaining fights, and the co-main event was a real highlight for fans. The women’s bantamweight title bout saw top contender Kayla Harrison face off against the always-tough and experienced Julianna Pena.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 9

Harrison Dominates Champion

Former Olympic gold medalist Kayla Harrison Harrison (19-1) made short work of UFC Bantamweight champion Juliana Pena as she made her tap out at the end of the 2nd round at the co-main event of UFC 316 in Newark, New Jersey.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 8

Kayla Harrison shares immediate reaction to winning UFC title

Kayla Harrison has begun to recognize the stakes of her championship-clinching win over Julianna Peña Saturday night. It’s Amanda Nunes next... The consensus women’s MMA GOAT faced off with the newly minted UFC Bantamweight Champion in the Octagon Saturday night at UFC 316, planting the seed for one of the sport’s biggest fights.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 6

UFC 316 Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Julianna Pena – Kayla Harrison

Tomorrow night in the co-main event of UFC 316, the women’s bantamweight title is on the line. Two-time champion Julianna Pena (11-5) will look to defend her title successfully for the first time as she takes on former PFL champion and two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Kayla Harrison (18-1).

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MMA News / MMA Sucka / June 4

Kayla Harrison Ready to Fulfil Destiny at UFC 316

Kayla Harrison will challenge for the women’s bantamweight championship at UFC 316 for the first time in her career. She seems to have been on a collision course with the elite in the world since her judo days; however, now, she has the chance to call herself ‘the best in the world’.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 4

UFC 316 – Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison: Preview & Betting Tips

In the co-main event of UFC 316, reigning women’s bantamweight champion Julianna Pena makes the first defence of her second title reign against a formidable new contender, the Olympic gold medalist and former PFL superstar Kayla Harrison.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 3

UFC 316's Kayla Harrison Lived an 'Empty Life' Before Motherhood

UFC 316 co-headliner Kayla Harrison (18-1) didn't realize what she was missing before becoming a mother. Harrison appeared to have things figured out in terms of her career and her life.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 21

UFC star Kayla Harrison predicts Julianna Peña title fight will feel like 'Godzilla'

Kayla Harrison is under two months away from realizing her dream when she challenges Julianna Peña for the UFC bantamweight title. In doing so, she recognizes what a challenging puzzle Peña is to solve, despite her confidence level being at an all-time high.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 20

UFC contender backs 'dominant' Kayla Harrison to defeat Champion Julianna Peña

UFC women's bantamweight Ailín Pérez has made her stance clear about the upcoming June 7 UFC 316 co-headliner between UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion Julianna Peña and former PFL champion-turned-UFC contender Kayla Harrison.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 8

'I was peeing blood…' UFC 307 star Kayla Harrison was hospitalized week before PPV night

Kayla Harrison just fought her second UFC bout, which turned out to be a little tougher than she had expected. Harrison made sure to take the win and elevate her position in the title contention.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / October 6

UFC 307 Results: Kayla Harrison grinds out a decision over Ketlen Vieira

Kicking off the main card of UFC 307 was a title eliminator in the women’s bantamweight division. Former PFL Champion and two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Kayla Harrison (17-1) was looking to win her second fight inside the octagon as she took on second ranked Ketlen Vieira (14-3).

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / October 3

Ketlen Vieira and Harrison Set to Collide in Salt Lake City

This Saturday, the Delta Center in Salt Lake City will host a women’s bantamweight battle between Ketlen Vieira and Kayla Harrison. It’s going to be a great fight.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / October 4

Kayla Harrison’s Former Boss Trashes Her Ahead Of UFC 307 Return

Kayla Harrison looks to move one step closer to a title shot this Saturday at UFC 307. But for her former boss, Donn Davis of the PFL, Harrison’s decision to depart his promotion was a disappointment.