Kayla Harrison News
Kayla Harrison accuses PFL of treating fighters poorly: "The truth will come out"
Curtis Calhoun - October 15, 2024
Two-time PFL championship winner Kayla Harrison responded to founder Donn Davis’s ongoing attacks by shedding a small light on how the league treats its roster. Harrison is fresh off a unanimous decision victory over Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307 earlier this month. She’s 2-0 since signing with the UFC earlier this year, including a finish of former titleholder Holly Holm at UFC 300.
Julianna Pena reveals UFC wants to book Amanda Nunes against her or Kayla Harrison next: "Wants to look like a hero"
Josh Evanoff - October 14, 2024
The UFC reportedly wants to book Amanda Nunes against the winner of Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison. ‘The Veneluzen Vixen’ returned to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 307 earlier this month. There, Julianna Pena competed for the first time since her defeat against Amanda Nunes in the summer of 2022. For her first fight back, the former champion faced new bantamweight titleholder, Raquel Pennington.
Larissa Pacheco criticizes PFL for "Uncalled for" treatment of Kayla Harrison in recent fight promo
Curtis Calhoun - October 9, 2024
Two-time PFL champion Larissa Pacheco didn’t appreciate the league’s treatment of Kayla Harrison in a questionably timed fight promo ahead of her return. Pacheco will face Bellator Women’s Featherweight Champion Cris Cyborg in the Battle of the Giants co-main event on October 19th. She returns to the cage for the first time since winning the 2023 PFL women’s featherweight title over Marina Mokhnatkina.
Chael Sonnen explains why Raquel Pennington, not Kayla Harrison, should be next for newly minted UFC champion Julianna Peña
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2024
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen believes Raquel Pennington has earned the right to receive an immediate rematch against Julianna Pena. Last weekend, Raquel Pennington put up a great fight against Julianna Pena at UFC 307. She was defending her UFC women’s bantamweight championship but unfortunately, in the eyes of the judges, she didn’t quite do enough to get over the finish line.
Kayla Harrison reacts to Julianna Peña's dismissal in UFC 307 post-fight callout
Curtis Calhoun - October 7, 2024
UFC bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison believes her absence from Julianna Peña’s post-fight callout at UFC 307 was calculated. Harrison and Peña both secured wins at UFC 307 last weekend in Salt Lake City. The former PFL champion Harrison defeated Ketlen Vieira by unanimous decision, while Peña earned a narrowly-decided win over Raquel Pennington to reclaim the UFC women’s bantamweight title.
Donn Davis responds to Dana White, proposes $8 million bet involving Kayla Harrison: "Winner takes all"
Josh Evanoff - October 7, 2024
PFL founder Donn Davis wants to make a deal with Dana White involving Kayla Harrison. The former two-time PFL tournament winner returned to the cage at UFC 307 on Saturday. On the main card, Kayla Harrison faced Ketlen Vieira in a women’s bantamweight title eliminator. While the contest wasn’t as dominant as her debut in April, the judoka still emerged with a unanimous decision victory.
Kayla Harrison reveals she was hospitalized before UFC 307 fight week: "There were a lot of things that happened"
Josh Evanoff - October 7, 2024
Kayla Harrison didn’t have a great training camp heading into her UFC 307 return. Earlier this year, the former Olympian suddenly left the PFL, in favor of the UFC. In her April debut, Kayla Harrison absolutely battered former champion Holly Holm en route to a second-round stoppage win. With the victory, she was instantly a top-five fighter. For her second octagon appearance, Harrison was matched up with Ketlen Vieira.
Early UFC betting odds for Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison title fight revealed
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 7, 2024
Early odds for a potential title clash between Julianna Pena and Kayla Harrison have been revealed. Pena and Harrison were both featured on the UFC 307 card this past Saturday. “The Venezuelan Vixen” defeated Raquel Pennington in the co-headliner to become a two-time UFC women’s bantamweight champion. As for Harrison, she earned a unanimous decision victory over Ketlen Vieira.
Chael Sonnen praises Julianna Pena for 'troll job' during UFC 307 post-fight interview
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2024
Chael Sonnen believes Julianna Pena knew what she was doing by ignoring Kayla Harrison post-UFC 307. Pena stepped inside the Octagon to challenge Raquel Pennington for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship in Salt Lake City. Despite a two-year layoff, Pena was able to snatch a split decision victory. She is now a two-time women’s bantamweight titleholder.
Julianna Peña shares her thoughts on Kayla Harrison’s performance at UFC 307: “Not impressed”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2024
Julianna Pena is downplaying Kayla Harrison’s performance at UFC 307. Pena and Harrison both competed on the same card in Salt Lake City this past Saturday. Pena was in the co-main event competing for championship gold. Harrison went one-on-one with Ketlen Vieira. Pena captured the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship a second time, while Harrison earned a unanimous decision over Vieira.
Pros react after Kayla Harrison defeats Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 307 main card lineup featured a highly anticipated women’s bantamweight bout between Kayla Harrison and Ketlen Vieira. Harrison (18-1 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since scoring a submission win over former champ Holly Holm in her Octagon debut at UFC 300. The former two-time Olympic Gold medalist was looking to stake her claim for a title shot with an impressive performance this evening.
UFC 307 Results: Kayla Harrison defeats Ketlen Vieira (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 307 results, including the women’s bantamweight bout between Kayla Harrison and Ketlen Vieira. Harrison (17-1 MMA) will be competing for the first time since scoring a submission win over former champ Holly Holm in her Octagon debut at UFC 300. The former two-time Olympic Gold medalist has only suffered one loss in her professional career, which came at the hands of Larissa Pacheco by way of decision in November of 2022.
Donn Davis continues one-sided feud with Kayla Harrison over PFL exit: "She ran!"
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2024
PFL founder Donn Davis still has issues with UFC women’s bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison. The judoka famously made her name in the PFL from 2018 to 2023. Over those five years, Kayla Harrison won two women’s lightweight tournaments, defeating various UFC veterans such as Cindy Dandois and Aspen Ladd. Following a victory over the latter in late 2023, she parted ways with the company.
Henry Cejudo reveals how Kayla Harrison can run into problems against Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 2, 2024
Henry Cejudo believes Ketlen Vieira can make things uncomfortable for Kayla Harrison. Vieira and Harrison will collide this Saturday inside the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Harrison has said she expects to be a backup option if the women’s bantamweight title co-headliner needs her. Otherwise, it’s a chance for Harrison to solidify her place as a contender for the 135-pound gold.
Raquel Pennington wants to derail Kayla Harrison hype train: "I would love to be the one to go out there and just shut that sh*t up"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 1, 2024
Raquel Pennington feels prepared to end the hype train of Kayla Harrison. Pennington is the reigning UFC women’s bantamweight champion. She will put her gold at stake against Julianna Pena. The title fight will serve as the UFC 307 co-main event this Saturday night. Harrison will also be on the card, fighting Ketlen Vieira.
Matt Brown is sold on Kayla Harrison ahead of UFC 307: "I feel bad for the girls in that division"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 1, 2024
Retired UFC fan favorite Matt Brown believes Kayla Harrison is the real deal. Harrison, a former PFL champion, entered the UFC with a ton of buzz. She did not disappoint in her promotional debut, submitting Holly Holm in the second round at UFC 300. Harrison hopes to look just as dominant against Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307 this Saturday night.
Kayla Harrison admits one concern if Julianna Pena regains UFC world title
Harry Kettle - September 28, 2024
UFC star Kayla Harrison has revealed what would concern her if Julianna Pena recaptures the UFC women’s bantamweight title at UFC 307. As we know, Kayla Harrison is one of the most exciting contenders in the Ultimate Fighting Championship today. She has already achieved some incredible things in mixed martial arts, and her next big aim is to capture the UFC women’s bantamweight title.
Kayla Harrison continues to campaign for fight against Amanda Nunes: "It's the biggest female fight maybe ever"
Josh Evanoff - September 26, 2024
UFC women’s bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison still wants to face Amanda Nunes. The Judoka is currently set to return to the cage at UFC 307 next month. Back for the first time since a destructive stoppage win over Holly Holm in April, Kayla Harrison will face Ketlen Vieira. For her part, the Brazilian hasn’t competed since a decision victory over Pannie Kianzad. With a win, both women hope to earn a title shot.