Kayla Harrison Reflects on MMA Comeback, Legacy Before UFC 334

Kayla Harrison was in a reflective mood ahead of UFC 334. Days before she defends her bantamweight title against Amanda Nunes, the champion opened up about her comeback, her legacy, and what could be her final fight. Kayla Harrison Reflects on MMA Career Ahead of UFC 334 Returning from neck surgery and a long rehab that tested her resolve, Harrison shared that she feels whole again. “It was a long road, and I think I had a lot of moments of doubt,” she said. “It’s good to be back. I feel good,” she added, declaring herself at full strength for fight night. Harrison went on to frame the Amanda Nunes MMA showdown as a classic striker-versus-grappler test. The two once trained together at American Top Team, and Harrison holds no grudge. “She’s naturally wicked gifted, and I’m more of a workhorse, grind it out,” she said. Finally, Harrison hinted that this Saturday’s women’s fight could be her last.

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