Is it not going to happen? Kayla Harrison reveals concern about fight with Amanda Nunes.

Kayla harrison e Amanda nunes Face-off at UFC. (Photo: Instagram/UFCEspanol)

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In preparation to defend the bantamweight title (up to 61,2 kg) for the first time in a historic duel with Amanda nunes, Kayla harrison She will undoubtedly experience the greatest moment of her career in the co-main event of UFC 324, also one of the most important fights in the history of women's MMA. However, beyond the obvious concerns involved in a fight with the Lioness, the champion doesn't seem 100% confident about the fight taking place.

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According to the fighter herself in an interview with 'The Ariel Helwani Show' last Monday (1). For Kayla, Amanda may not be able to reach the category limit, which is fundamental to making the duel official as valid for the belt.

“I’m not convinced she can make the 61kg weight. I’m not worried, but I’ve definitely thought about it. We’ve seen her drop out of main events before, we’ve seen her struggle, so I’m mentally preparing myself to be disciplined and do my job while she can’t,” the champion stated.

Kayla Harrison is too big for the category.

Interestingly, the American is known for undergoing intense weight cuts before competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). During her years in the PFL, Kayla competed in the featherweight division (up to 65,7 kg) and even in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), a category that never existed in the UFC. In her judo days, she became a two-time Olympic champion fighting at 78 kg.

Kayla harrison at the UFC weigh-in. Photo: Reproduction/UFC