Amanda nunes with the bantamweight and featherweight belts (Photo: Instagram/UFC)
Amanda nunes She remains fully focused on a new fight for the UFC bantamweight title (up to 61,2 kg). The Brazilian was scheduled to return to the octagon in the co-main event of... UFC 324, scheduled for next Saturday (24), in front of Kayla harrisonHowever, the confrontation was Cancelled At the last minute, after the American suffered an injury, a situation that raised speculation about the possible creation of an interim title, a hypothesis that, in the view of the former champion, makes no sense.
In a video published by UFC Brazil, Amanda nunes She explained that she came from an impeccable training camp, in which she felt fully prepared physically, mentally, and spiritually. Despite her frustration with the cancellation of the fight, the fighter acknowledged that the situation got out of control and stated that, at this point, all that remains is to await a decision from the organization.
"The camp was perfect, I was very prepared physically, mentally, and spiritually, so we're sad about all this, but what can you do, right? It got out of control, so now we just have to wait and see what the UFC will do," she said. Amanda nunes.
The Lioness was also categorical in dismissing any interest in competing for an interim belt. According to Amanda's brideHer motivation is solely tied to fighting for the undisputed title in her weight class. The former champion emphasized that she will only accept facing another opponent if the UFC puts the belt on the line, making it clear that she sees no point in a temporary title fight.
“Everyone talks about an interim belt, someone to fight and all that, but, guys, it doesn’t exist, I only fight for the belt itself. If the UFC takes the belt away now and puts someone else in to fight, I’ll fight, but an interim belt doesn’t exist… But one thing is certain: I’m doing well, I’m training like crazy, I’m motivated, I’m strong and, hey, 37 years old, the flame is still alive, the lioness is still in the jungle. I’m ready to take my belt back, whoever it’s against!”, concluded the Lioness.
Cris Cyborg and Norma Dumont are vying to replace Kayla Harrison against Amanda Nunes.
Amanda nunes (left) won Chris Cyborg by knockout in December 2018. Photo: Reproduction / Facebook ufc
After the announcement of the departure of Kayla harrison do UFC 324It didn't take long for interested parties to emerge to fill the position and face the challenge. Amanda nunes. Norm Dumont e Chris Cyborg They made themselves available to take on the confrontation and maintain the high-level duel on the event's card.
In an exclusive interview with SUPER LUTAS, Norm Dumont He made it clear that he accepts the challenge and revealed that he has already contacted the UFC directly to express his interest in the fight. Chris Cyborg She took to social media, where she posted a photo wearing a shirt promoting her first fight against 'The Lioness', a gesture interpreted as a request for a rematch against the former champion.
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