Amanda Nunes sends a message to her rival, the UFC champion: 'I was born for this'

Amanda nunes Sends a message to the UFC champion. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

Amanda nunes She doesn't forgive. The Brazilian is returning from retirement to fight for the bantamweight title (up to 61,2 kg) against the current champion. Kayla harrisonDuring a public moment, Amanda sent a message to Kayla, stating that she will reclaim her position as head of the division.

Amanda nunes continues its preparation for the duel against Kayla harrison by the UFC 324The Brazilian fighter, 37 years old, is a former featherweight (up to 65,7 kg) and bantamweight champion. Returning from retirement, Amanda showed her confidence for the fight against Harrison.

“I’m going to get my belt back… again. I’m going to get my belt back again. And I’m going to come back here and keep making history. That’s what I was born for. That’s what I came here for. So, I’m going to keep doing that. And I’ll see you soon. Let’s celebrate together… And New! (alluding to the victory against the current champion),” she said. Amanda nunes on video.

The is going for the belt again @Amanda_Leoa is ready for her newest challenge on the first card of 2026 ️

[ #UFC324 | SAT JAN 24 | 9pmET on @ParamountMore ] pic.twitter.com/zi3OuLl4Dp

- UFC (@ufc) December 16, 2025

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Current UFC bantamweight champion, Kayla harrison hasn't known what it's like to lose since November 2022. when she was defeated in the match against Larissa Pacheco Kayla was defeated by unanimous decision at PFL 10 in New York (USA). It's worth remembering that this was the only loss in her MMA career to date. Kayla has a record of 19 wins and one loss in her professional career.

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

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Amanda Nunes' MMA numbers

Amanda nunes She is the first woman in MMA history to win two UFC belts and defend them simultaneously. Amanda has a professional record of 23 wins and five losses.

In the bantamweight division, the Brazilian leads in wins (13), submissions (8), wins via knockout or technical knockout (6), winning streaks (9), title defenses (8), successful takedowns (6), among others.

In the UFC, Amanda has a record of 18 fights, with 16 wins and two losses. Before debuting for the company, the Brazilian fought in the Invicta, Strikeforce, Bitetti Combat, Samurai FC, Prime, and Demo Fight organizations.