At UFC 300, Kayla Harrison emerged as a standout winner with an impressive victory over former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm. Harrison, a two-time $1 million winner in the PFL and a two-time Olympic gold medalist in judo, showcased her skills by dominating Holm in the octagon. Despite never having competed at 135 pounds before, Harrison outstruck Holm 68-7, controlled the fight for nearly a full round, and submitted her opponent in the second round.
The outcome of the fight was significant for the division, especially following the retirement of longtime champion Amanda Nunes. Harrison’s prediction of a UFC title before the end of the year shows her confidence in her abilities. As the division prepares for a matchup between 135-pound champion Raquel Pennington and former champ Julianna Peña, Harrison could potentially be next in line for a title shot.
MMA Junkie’s Brian “Goze” Garcia, Danny Segura, Mike Bohn, and host “Gorgeous” George Garcia discussed Harrison’s impressive UFC debut on the show “Spinning Back Clique.” Their discussion highlighted Harrison’s flawless performance and the potential impact she could have on the division. Fans can watch the discussion in the video above and catch the complete episode of the show on YouTube or in podcast form for more insights.