One of the most anticipated fights in women’s MMA history has reportedly been postponed, as UFC bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison is out of next week’s title defense against Amanda Nunes in Las Vegas.
Harrison, 35, required surgery this week to repair herniated discs in her neck, according to a report by The Eagle-Tribune. Harrison flew to New York last weekend to consult with UFC doctors, who recommended the procedure, the report said.
Harrison (19-1) was scheduled to face former two-weight champion Amanda Nunes (23-5) at UFC 324 inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The fight was set to serve as the co-main event under an interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett.