Kayla Harrison resumes full training for matchup against Amanda Nunes
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Kayla Harrison is back in full training following emergency neck surgery. After suffering a serious cervical spine injury that led to her withdrawal from UFC 324, Harrison has resumed preparations for her anticipated fight against Amanda Nunes, scheduled for November 14 in New York. An American Top Team coach noted that training began three weeks ago, emphasizing the importance of this match for both fighters' legacies. Harrison aims to secure her place as the greatest of all time by defeating Nunes, who is widely regarded as a top competitor in women's mixed martial arts.
- •Kayla Harrison faced a cervical spine injury and surgery earlier this year.
- •Harrison began training three weeks ago ahead of her fight with Nunes.
- •The fight is scheduled for November 14 in New York.
- •This matchup is seen as significant for both fighters' legacies.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Kayla Harrison back in full training for Amanda Nunes after emergency surgery
- 7:07 PMSherdog — Kayla Harrison back in full training for Amanda Nunes after emergency surgery
"Kayla Harrison is back in full training following emergency neck surgery, with an American Top Team coach revealing that preparations for her anticipated showdown with Amanda Nunes began three weeks ago.
"Kayla Harrison is back in full training following emergency neck surgery, with an American Top Team coach revealing that preparations for her anticipated showdown with Amanda Nunes began three weeks ago.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 7:07 PMKayla Harrison back in full training for Amanda Nunes after emergency surgery
Kayla Harrison is back in full training following emergency neck surgery, with an American Top Team coach revealing that preparations for her anticipated showdown with Amanda Nunes began three weeks ago.
- SherdogSep 18, 2026, 7:07 PMKayla Harrison back in full training for Amanda Nunes after emergency surgery
Kayla Harrison is back in full training following emergency neck surgery, with an American Top Team coach revealing that preparations for her anticipated showdown with Amanda Nunes began three weeks ago.
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