Former PFL champion Kayla Harrison is set to make her highly anticipated UFC debut against former UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm on the UFC 300 fight card. The bout is scheduled to take place on the ESPN prelims of the event, which will be held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on April 13.
Holly Holm, known for her successful transition from professional boxing to MMA, made her UFC debut in 2015 and quickly rose to fame by defeating Ronda Rousey for the bantamweight title. Despite some ups and downs in her career, Holm remains a formidable opponent with a record of 15 wins, 6 losses, and 1 no contest. Currently ranked No. 5 in the UFC women's bantamweight division, Holm is gearing up to face the challenge presented by the undefeated Kayla Harrison.
Kayla Harrison, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in judo, has been dominating the MMA scene since her debut in 2018. With a record of 16 wins and 1 loss, Harrison is known for her impressive performances in the cage, with victories coming by way of knockout, submission, and decision. Despite her success in the PFL, Harrison faces a new challenge in the UFC, as she steps into the 135-pound weight class for the first time in her career.
With Harrison being a significant favorite in the upcoming fight, the matchup against Holm has garnered significant attention from fans and experts alike. The outcome of this bout could potentially propel the victor into a title fight against current UFC women's bantamweight champion Raquel Pennington.
As the excitement builds for UFC 300, featuring a stacked card with two UFC title fights and a BMF title bout, fans are eagerly anticipating the showdown between Holm and Harrison. With both fighters bringing their unique skill sets and experience to the octagon, this matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter that could have a lasting impact on the women's bantamweight division.
