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‘I Am Not Telling Any of You Sh*t’- Kayla Harrison on Her Meeting With the UFC Officials
The two-time PFL champion Kayla Harrison has entered free agency since her last win against Taylor Guardado. Ever since then, many fans are speculating about her move to one of the best MMA promotions in the world UFC.
Earlier, the UFC president Dana White also talked about the Olympic gold medalist in an interview. However, there has been no official announcement on her move to the UFC.
Recently, Harrison appeared at the 2021 World MMA Awards, where she had a conversation with MMA Junkie’s Mike Bohn. Interestingly, the PFL champion revealed some insights from her meeting with the UFC officials.
In the interview, she said, “I had dinner with some people. It went really well. I had a great time, amazing hospitality, interesting conversation. What more could you want in Vegas?”
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She added, “They did wine and dine me a little; I had a good time. They had like a specialty cocktail; it was fun. I want to announce that I am not telling any of you sh*t. That’s what I want to announce.”
A major reason many UFC fans want Harrison in UFC is the two-division champion, Amanda Nunes. The latter is the GOAT in the world of combat sports. However, many also consider Harrison as one of the best female MMA fighters.
Hence, a much-anticipated clash between them will end the debate. Also, both the fighters are teammates at the American Top Team. It is like the cherry on the cake for the fans to watch a clash between the teammates.
However, the UFC fans will have to wait for an official announcement. Meanwhile, for now, the PFL champion is backing her teammate for the win at UFC 269.
Kayla Harrison Backs Amanda Nunes for Her Upcoming Title Defense
‘The Lioness’ is preparing for her next title defense in the UFC. She will take on the title challenger Julianna Pena in the co-main event of UFC 269. The Brazilian is a heavy favorite going in the title fight.
As aforementioned, Harrison and Nunes are teammates, the former is always respectful towards the double UFC champion. In the same interview, the Olympic medalist revealed she will be present at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for the much-anticipated title fight.
LAS VEGAS, NV – JULY 06: Amanda Nunes of Brazil celebrates her win over Holly Holm in their UFC bantamweight championship fight during the UFC 239 event at T-Mobile Arena on July 6, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC)
Harrison said, “Hell yeah I am. Are you kidding me? I’m going to watch ‘The Lioness’ take another freaking easy kill,” declared Kayla Harrison.
Nunes is undefeated since 2015 and no challenger has outclassed her to lay their hands on her gold strap. However, ‘‘The Venezuelan Vixen’ will try to change the course of history. It will excite the fans to see what the fighters will bring to the table at the event.
What are your thoughts on Harrison’s words? Who do you think will win the fight at UFC 269? Let us know in the comments below.
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