Amanda Nunes has broken her silence on the growing feud between Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison, throwing her support behind Rousey’s comeback while challenging Harrison to focus on her own return.
Nunes Throws Her Weight Behind Rousey’s Comeback
Speaking to MMA Junkie over the weekend, former two-division champion Amanda Nunes made it clear she’s excited to see “Rowdy” back in action on May 16 against Gina Carano. Nunes, who famously stopped Rousey at UFC 207, praised the former bantamweight queen for boosting interest in women’s MMA and dismissed any negativity surrounding the promotion of the bout, calling it “great for all of us.”
Call-Out for Kayla Harrison
In her typically forthright style, Nunes addressed the ongoing back-and-forth with current UFC women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison. After Harrison branded Rousey’s hype as “irrelevant,” Nunes urged the Olympic gold medallist to stop looking outward and instead set a firm date for their own showdown. “I want Kayla focusing on the day to give me a date,” Nunes insisted, emphasising that a Harrison bout would be another landmark moment for the division.
What’s Next for Women’s MMA?
With Rousey’s return and Nunes’s title defences on the horizon, fans are speculating on a blockbuster trilogy of women’s MMA match-ups. Nunes hinted that UFC 329, scheduled for International Fight Week in July, could host her eagerly anticipated rematch with Harrison. If the fight materialises, it would cap off a summer of high-stakes clashes, potentially redefining the hierarchy in the women’s bantamweight division.
As Ronda Rousey prepares to step back into the Octagon and Kayla Harrison works her way back from neck surgery, Amanda Nunes remains at the centre of the conversation. Whatever the outcome, her insistence on delivering historic match-ups keeps the spotlight firmly on women’s MMA.
FAQ
When is Ronda Rousey’s comeback fight?
Ronda Rousey is set to return to the UFC on May 16, where she’ll face Gina Carano. The bout is billed as one of the most anticipated women’s MMA fights.
Who is Amanda Nunes calling out?
Amanda Nunes has challenged UFC bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison to set a date for their long-anticipated fight, ideally at UFC 329 during International Fight Week in July.
Why is UFC 329 significant?
UFC 329, held during International Fight Week, is expected to feature several high-profile women’s MMA bouts, including the potential rematch between Nunes and Harrison.
What did Nunes say about Kayla Harrison’s comments?
Nunes brushed off Harrison’s criticism of Rousey’s comeback, urging her to focus on her own return and secure a fight date rather than getting involved in the feud.
