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Joselyne Edwards named backup fighter for UFC 334 title fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 6:07 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Joselyne Edwards named backup fighter for UFC 334 title fight

Summary

Joselyne Edwards has been designated as the backup fighter for the women’s bantamweight title match at UFC 334, featuring Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes. As part of her preparation, Edwards is currently in training camp and will weigh in for the fight. The UFC's decision to include a backup comes amid concerns about potential injuries or weight misses, with both Harrison and Nunes facing long gaps between their recent fights. Edwards holds a 9-4 record in the UFC and is on a five-fight win streak. Should either Harrison or Nunes be unable to compete, Edwards is poised to step in on short notice.

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•Joselyne Edwards is the official backup for UFC 334.
•The title fight features Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes.
•Edwards is currently in training camp and will weigh in.
•Harrison hasn't fought in over a year; Nunes in over three years.
•Edwards is on a five-fight win streak in the UFC.

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6:07 AMYahoo Sports — UFC 334 Title Fight Gets Official Backup Fighter

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The upcoming UFC 334 co-main event UFC women’s bantamweight title fight between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes now has a backup fighter.The UFC sometimes books backup fighters for title fights as insurance, just in case something happens to either of the participants in the bout, so the promotion isn’t left in a situation where it […] The post UFC 334 Title Fight Gets Official Backup Fighter appeared first on HEAVY.
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