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Kayla Harrison dismissed comparisons to Ronda Rousey at a UFC press conference, saying they only share being blonde and doing judo Harrison emphasized

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 6

Kayla Harrison’s Bad Blood With Ronda Rousey

Manager Ali Abdelaziz claims that his fighter, Kayla Harrison, the current bantamweight champ, is not on good terms with former UFC bantamweight champ Ronda Rousey.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 5

Cris Cyborg reacts to Kayla Harrison fighting her former rival Amanda Nunes at UFC 324

Cris Cyborg sees one key advantage for the reigning UFC women’s bantamweight champion. The Brazilian legend will have a vested interest in the UFC 324 co-main event, as two women whom she has some history with collide on the promotion’s debut card on Paramount+.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 3

Kayla Harrison ‘grudge match’ backed to do bigger numbers than Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Conor McGregor

If her manager is to be believed, an even bigger fight could await Kayla Harrison after UFC 324. Harrison is just over a month away from her first defense of the UFC bantamweight title, having reached the top of the division after just three fights inside the Octagon.

MMA News / HITC / December 2

Why Kayla Harrison is concerned Amanda Nunes may not make weight for UFC 324 Title Fight

Kayla Harrison has one big worry ahead of her UFC 324 super fight which will see her defend her title for the first time. Kayla Harrison should be heading into UFC 324 focused solely on defending her bantamweight belt for the first time.

MMA News / MyMMANews / November 30

Larissa Pacheco helping train Amanda Nunes for Kayla Harrison

The only woman to defeat Kayla Harrison in mixed martial arts is helping to prepare The post Larissa Pacheco helping train Amanda Nunes for Kayla Harrison first appeared on My MMA News.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 29

Kayla Harrison’s manager asked UFC to have a backup because of doubt Amanda Nunes will ‘show up’

The highly anticipated clash of former teammates is set for UFC 324. Before Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje collide for an interim lightweight title in the main event, Kayla Harrison vs.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 28

Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes Set for UFC 324 in Las Vegas

One of the biggest and most anticipated matchups in the history of women’s MMA is officially set. UFC CEO Dana White has announced that Kayla Harrison will defend her bantamweight title against the returning GOAT, Amanda Nunes, in the co-main event of UFC 324 on Saturday, Jan.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 28

Amanda Nunes ignored advice UFC legend said she must follow to stand a chance against Kayla Harrison

If this former UFC champion is to be believed, Amanda Nunes may have already dented any hope of victory in her comeback. The consensus women’s GOAT recently had her UFC return made official when Dana White announced it alongside a number of other big fights for the start of 2026.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 28

Potential Ronda Rousey MMA Comeback Hyped as Kayla Harrison’s Post-UFC 324 Move Surfaces

Kayla Harrison is living in a moment many fighters spend a lifetime chasing. She’s co-headlining the UFC’s first Paramount-era card on January 24, defending her bantamweight crown against Amanda Nunes, the woman widely regarded as the GOAT of women’s MMA.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 27

Kayla Harrison says ‘all my dreams are coming true’ as Amanda Nunes fight is made official

Kayla Harrison couldn’t be happier with how her life and career are going right now. It’s just been announced that she’ll co-headline the first UFC-Paramount event on January 24.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 27

Kayla Harrison believes she’ll be GOAT if she beats Amanda Nunes and another UFC champion

Kayla Harrison believes she could be just two impressive wins away from being considered the greatest female fighter of all time. Since joining the UFC last April, Kayla Harrison has been able to showcase her exemplary MMA skills to a wider fanbase, where she has grown in popularity.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 24

Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes Enters Star-Packed Race to Headline First UFC Event Under Paramount

The UFC lightweight division is creating a dilemma for Dana White & Co. With just 35 days left in 2025, the promotion still hasn’t confirmed an opponent or fight for reigning lightweight champion Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 17

Kayla Harrison’s Manager Lets Slip Amanda Nunes Timeline as Valentina Shevchenko Ready for White House

For two-time Olympic gold medalist Kayla Harrison, the plan going forward is simple. After defeating Julianna Peña in June this year, the bantamweight champion faced off against Amanda Nunes, teasing a fight might be on the horizon.

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 8

Valentina Shevchenko Vs. Kayla Harrison – How Does It Play Out?

UFC Flyweight Champion Valentina Shevchenko has responded to bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison’s desire for a future fight. Shevchenko is currently preoccupied with defending her flyweight title against former strawweight Champion Zhang Weili at UFC 322 on November 15.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 24

Kayla Harrison on High Alert as MMA Experts Pressure UFC to Sign PFL-Released Fighter Who Beat Her

Kayla Harrison’s reign in the UFC’s bantamweight division may soon face a serious threat, and not from Amanda Nunes! The former PFL standout, now UFC champion,

MMA News / MMA on SI / October 23

Only fighter to defeat UFC Champion Kayla Harrison could rejoin UFC after PFL release

Now a full year removed from her last fight, former two-division PFL Champion Larissa Pacheco is officially a free agent. The 28-fight MMA veteran has

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 9

UFC Rio’s Awesome Undercard Saturday Evening in Farmasi Arena

UFC Rio fight week is here. Counting Saturday night’s card, there are now only nine UFC shows left until the calendar flips over to 2026. This week, the No.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 22

Julianna Peña Eyes Trilogy with Amanda Nunes, Rematch with Kayla Harrison

Former UFC bantamweight champion Julianna Peña isn’t ready to give up on her dream of holding gold again. After losing her title to Kayla Harrison by submission at UFC 316 in June, Peña has her eyes set on another crack at the belt ideally against the winner of Harrison’s upcoming showdown with Amanda Nunes.

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 / 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 / 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 / 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, 2024

'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.