The MMA world is buzzing! Cris Cyborg, a legend in women's mixed martial arts, has weighed in on the upcoming clash between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes at UFC 324. But what's her take, and why should you care? Let's dive in!
This fight is a must-watch, especially for those familiar with the history between these fighters. Nunes, the reigning UFC women’s bantamweight champion, is returning from retirement to face Harrison, who earned her bantamweight title by submitting Julianna Pena at UFC 316.
Here's the key: Cyborg believes Nunes' retirement could be a decisive factor in the fight.
Cyborg, who herself was defeated by Nunes back in 2018, has a unique perspective. She knows both fighters well, having battled Nunes and engaged in a long-standing potential fight with Harrison.
Speaking to Fight Bananas, Cyborg highlighted what she sees as Harrison's primary advantage: "I know Amanda Nunes, she took a little break when she retired. This is one advantage that Kayla has. Kayla didn’t stop, she just kept fighting and fighting." Cyborg further elaborated that Nunes' ability to defend takedowns will be crucial.
But here's where it gets controversial... Cyborg has a history with both fighters. She was knocked out by Nunes, and she's been trying to get a fight with Harrison for years. This adds an extra layer of intrigue to her analysis. Cyborg even accused Harrison of avoiding her, a claim she's reiterated even after Harrison signed with the UFC.
So, what do you think? Do you agree with Cyborg's assessment? Will Nunes' time away from the sport affect her performance?
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