Amanda Nunes vs. Kayla Harrison: Can Nunes Overcome the Comeback Challenge? (2026)

Get ready for an explosive comeback! Amanda Nunes, the legendary UFC fighter, is making her return to the octagon, but some are questioning her chances against the unstoppable Kayla Harrison.

The GOAT's Comeback: A Risky Move?

Dana White has confirmed that Nunes will challenge Harrison for the women's bantamweight title at UFC 324. This highly anticipated fight sets the stage for an epic night of combat sports, but not everyone is convinced Nunes has what it takes.

And here's where it gets controversial...

According to fellow UFC legend Henry Cejudo, Nunes might have already sabotaged her chances by not following his advice. Cejudo believes that Nunes needed a 'tune-up' fight to get back into the groove of five-round battles, especially against an opponent like Harrison, a two-time Olympic champion.

But Nunes has chosen a different path, opting to dive straight into the deep end against her former training partner.

The Quest for GWOAT Status

Kayla Harrison, on the other hand, has her eyes set on becoming the greatest of all time (GWOAT) in women's MMA. She believes a victory over Nunes, the current consensus GWOAT, would be a significant step towards achieving that goal.

However, Harrison isn't stopping there. She has her sights set on another formidable opponent, flyweight queen Valentina Shevchenko, later in 2026. Harrison believes that defeating both Nunes and Shevchenko would solidify her GWOAT status, but she acknowledges that it might only be for a finite period.

"When I beat Amanda and Shevchenko, I'll be the greatest for a while, but then the next generation will come and surpass me," Harrison said.

So, will Kayla Harrison become the WMMA GWOAT? Only time will tell, and it all starts with her highly anticipated clash with Amanda Nunes at UFC 324.

What do you think? Is Nunes taking on too much, too soon? Or is she the ultimate challenger, ready to dethrone the current GWOAT? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Amanda Nunes vs. Kayla Harrison: Can Nunes Overcome the Comeback Challenge? (2026)

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