Kayla Harrison ignores Amanda Nunes and talks about a 'secret opponent' for UFC at the White House

Amanda nunes e Kayla harrison facing the UFC 316 (Photo: Instagram/UFCEspanol)

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There is still no official date to take place, the duel between Kayla harrison e Amanda nunes is one of the most anticipated in the history of women's MMA. However, although it's still unclear when the fight will take place, the American doesn't believe it will take place at the White House. According to the current bantamweight champion (up to 61,2 kg), the scenario for the category should be different in July 2026, the scheduled date for the supposed event.

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In an interview with reporter Brett Okamoto of ESPN Last Tuesday (9), Kayla said she believes she will face Amanda soon, in order to look for another opponent for the UFC in the White House, whose name she avoided mentioning.

"We'll find out soon when this fight will happen. After I defeat Amanda, I hope to fight someone specific at the White House, and I think it will all work out. It's going to be amazing. I can't say yet, because everything is not in my control. So, a few things need to happen for this plan to come to fruition, if that makes sense. You need to be at the right time, in the right place. Give it time, let it simmer," said the judoka.

Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes trained together

A. Nunes, M. Brown and K. Harrisson during a training session at American Top Team (Photo: Instagram/MikeBrownMMA)

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A fight between the two athletes has been speculated about since the beginning of Kayla's MMA career. After winning Olympic gold twice, the judoka began training at American Top Team, one of the best gyms in the world and the Brazilian's home at the time. With the American's development and the conquest of two PFL belts, Amanda ended up leaving ATT and subsequently retiring from the sport.

Now, the best fighter in history returns to the octagon to try to regain the belt she defended on several occasions.