The undisputed ladies’s GOAT, Amanda Nunes, retired from preventing following her UFC 289 win over Irene Aldana in June 2023. Two-time Olympic gold medalist and Skilled Fighters League (PFL) standout Kayla Harrison made her octagon debut in April and wished Nunes hadn’t retired when she did.
After Harrison’s promotional debut win, Nunes criticized Harrison for not mentioning her identify after defeating Holly Holm at UFC 300. Harrison didn’t name out Nunes as a result of Nunes was retired.
“I didn’t name Amanda out as a result of Amanda’s retired, you understand?” Harrison stated in an interview with Grind Metropolis Media. “I didn’t wish to be that lady that’s like calling out outdated individuals, retired individuals, like people who find themselves fats and pleased sitting on the sofa. I’m pleased for her. I believe additionally she struggles to not be within the limelight nonetheless.”
Harrison and Nunes each used to coach at American Prime Group. Harrison defined that she does not have ‘beef’ with Nunes however did not like feedback Nunes made after departing ATT.
I’ve no beef with Amanda. Hear, the one drawback I’ve with Amanda is that she talks sh*t concerning the biggest group on this planet. Personally, I believe she’s nice – however don’t speak sh*t about my group,” Harrison stated.
“I’d love for her to return again,” Harrison continued. “That’s actually the dream situation for Kayla Harrison and her profession. When she retired, I used to be like, ‘What are you doing? Not but, wait!’ I’m glad she made the video, however now she’s going to be listening to from me. I’ve a few steps to take, after which she’s going to be listening to from me.”
Harrison faces second-ranked Ketlen Vieira on Oct. 5 at UFC 307 in Salt Lake Metropolis. Bantamweight champion Raquel Pennington takes on former titleholder Julianna Peña on the identical combat card.
