Amanda Nunes returns to challenge Kayla Harrison at UFC 334

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Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Amanda Nunes returns to challenge Kayla Harrison at UFC 334
Summary

Amanda Nunes is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 334 on November 14, 2026, where she will challenge Kayla Harrison for the Bantamweight title at Madison Square Garden. Nunes, a former two-division champion, had stepped away from competition following her fight against Irene Aldana at UFC 289 in June 2023, citing burnout and a desire to focus on family. After a break, Nunes expressed renewed enthusiasm for MMA and motivation to face Harrison, who has captured the championship during her absence. This highly anticipated bout marks Nunes' return as she aims to become a three-time UFC women's Bantamweight champion.

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  • •Nunes last fought in June 2023 and retired after that match.
  • •She has expressed feeling burned out before her break.
  • •Nunes aims to reclaim the Bantamweight title against Harrison.
  • •The fight is scheduled for November 14, 2026, at Madison Square Garden.
  • •Harrison won the title while Nunes was on hiatus.
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  • 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Burned-out Amanda Nunes feared losing if she kept fighting — ‘I wasn’t happy’ | UFC 334
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“The Lioness” is refreshed. Former two-division Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) champion and consensus women’s mixed martial arts (MMA) “GOAT” Amanda Nunes returns to challenge former teammate Kayla Harrison for the Bantamweight title in UFC 334’s co-main event this weekend (Sat., Nov. 14, 2026) inside iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City. Nunes has not […]

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