Juliana Pena’s recent victory at UFC 307 has stirred the pot in the MMA world as she immediately called for a trilogy fight with Amanda Nunes. The duo have a history, each winning one fight. This call-out wasn’t just any old challenge; it reignited Nunes’ own competitive fire. The retired two-division champion wasted no time responding.
Nunes took to social media, posting a video where she modified the lyrics of a Brazilian samba song. The new lyrics were clear: “Dana, please call me, I miss you so much!” She even tagged the UFC CEO in her Instagram story.
Amanda Nunes exited the UFC after defending her bantamweight title against Irene Aldana in June 2023. In doing so, she solidified her legacy as one of the greatest fighters in women’s MMA history. With 14 wins in her last 15 fights, her retirement raised eyebrows and left fans wondering if they’d seen the last of “The Lioness.” But her playful video seems to suggest she’s not done just yet.
Meanwhile, Juliana Pena’s win has sparked chatter about the possibility of Nunes returning for a showdown. She had earlier expressed that she missed the competition, the thrill of being in the cage, the rush of adrenaline. And it is hard for fighters to walk away from that. Whether she will return to the octagon remains to be seen.
Kayla Harrison Hopes That Amanda Nunes Comes Back From Retirement
Kayla Harrison has always had her eyes on greatness. As a two-time Olympic gold medalist, she knows how to compete at the highest level. Now, she has set her sights on one of the sport’s biggest names: Amanda Nunes. Recently, Harrison shared her hope that ‘The Lioness’ will return from retirement, and her reasons are both strategic and personal.
Harrison and Nunes were once teammates at the American Top Team. That camaraderie adds a layer of complexity to Harrison’s desire for a matchup. She believes that beating the former champion and one of the all-time greats would not only bolster her resume but also solidify her status as a top fighter.
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“Selfishly, I hope that she does [return]. I have no beef with Amanda other than her trying to throw American Top Team under the bus. Don’t f*ck with my homies. But listen if she’s happy and living her dream, that’s great, but selfishly, I would love for her to come back so I can put all the noise to rest,” Harrison told MMA Fighting.
Harrison recognizes Amanda Nunes’ immense skill and legacy. ‘The Lioness’ retired as the only female fighter to hold two titles simultaneously. However, Kayla Harrison believes that while Nunes deserves credit for her career, she still sees the former champion as the ultimate challenge.
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