At UFC 300, Kayla Harrison made a significant impact as a standout winner with an impressive victory over former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm. Despite never having competed at 135 pounds before, Harrison outperformed Holm in the octagon by outstriking her 68-7 and controlling the fight for nearly a full round. She eventually submitted her opponent in the second round.
Harrison’s victory was not only notable but also significant for the division, which had been shaken up by the retirement of longtime champion Amanda Nunes. Harrison’s confidence in her abilities is reflected by her prediction of a UFC title before the end of the year. 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.
The MMA community was raving about Harrison’s performance on “Spinning Back Clique,” where MMA Junkie’s Brian “Goze” Garcia, Danny Segura, Mike Bohn, and host “Gorgeous” George Garcia discussed her impressive UFC debut. They highlighted Harrison’s flawless performance and potential impact on the division. Fans can watch their discussion in the video above or catch the complete episode on YouTube or podcast form to learn more about this exciting new addition to the sport.
Harrison’s impressive UFC debut has cemented her status as one of the top contenders in this division, and she will undoubtedly continue to make waves as she pursues her goal of becoming a UFC champion.
