Kayla harrison in a UFC fight. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufc
Close to fighting for the Ultimate women's bantamweight belt (up to 61,2 kg) for the first time this Saturday (7), Kayla harrison has an opportunity to make history in the sport in a way never seen before. In addition to becoming the new queen of the division and seeking a fight with Amanda nunes, a victory against Julianna Pena No. UFC 316 will make the American the first fighter in history to win Olympic gold and the title of the largest MMA organization in the world.
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Among women, Ronda Rousey Rowdy was the most successful Olympic medalist of all time. Rowdy won bronze in Beijing and defended her bantamweight title six times. Interestingly, the two were teammates on the US team during their judo days.
Kayla harrison looks like she's at death's door making 135lbs.
Even if she beats Juliana Pena on Saturday, I can't see her staying at the weight for that much longer.
If Amanda nunes does come back, do the fight at 145lbs – for both of their sakes. #UFC316 pic.twitter.com/zkCNbCHlAb
- Chisanga Malata (@Chisanga_Malata) June 6, 2025
Kayla Harrison would join Henry Cejudo if she wins at UFC 316
In fact, the feat would be impressive even if it encompassed both genders. In the entire history of the company, only Henry Cejudo managed to become Olympic and UFC champion, by defeating Demetrious Johnson for the flyweight belt (up to 56,7 kg). Triple C also reached the highest position in the bantamweight division (up to 61,2 kg). At the time, he came to consider himself the greatest combat sports athlete of all time.
H. Cejudo is a former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
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