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Ali celebrates Kayla's victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/aliabdelaziz
With the news of cancellation of the match across Amanda nunes e Kayla harrison, originally scheduled for next Saturday (24), Ali Abdelaziz came to the public this Tuesday (20) to give details regarding the American's injury. In an interview with 'Submission RadioThe businessman stated that the neck injury suffered by the current bantamweight champion (up to 61,2 kg) was impossible to resolve without surgery.
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According to the businessman, although the injury resolved without major problems after the surgical procedure, the medical prognosis was frightening. He also highlighted the Ultimate's support in caring for the Olympic champion.
"The UFC flew her to New York, and the doctors said she needed surgery immediately, otherwise she could become paralyzed. But, right after the surgery, all the pain disappeared," he stated.
Ali Abdelaziz reveals Kayla harrison's neck injury could have paralyzed her if it wasn't treated in time 😬⚠️
"The UFC flew her to New York, and the doctors said she immediately needs surgery because if she doesn't get surgery, she could get paralyzed. But immediately after the… pic.twitter.com/bczjSbArUD
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) January 20, 2026
Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes were training partners.
Kayla harrison in face with Amanda nunes in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFCEspanol
the transition from Kayla harrison Amanda's transition to MMA came after an extremely successful career in judo. The American established herself as an athlete with American Top Team. At the time, Amanda was already emerging as one of the academy's top athletes, having won the bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg) and featherweight (up to 65,7 kg) titles in the UFC. The judoka openly spoke about her desire to face the Lioness several times throughout her career. In this context, the Brazilian chose to leave the team and end her career in the sport years later.
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