Get ready for a thrilling chapter in the world of women's MMA! Kayla Harrison, the UFC bantamweight champ, is eyeing a potential mega-fight that could eclipse even the legendary Khabib vs. McGregor showdown. But here's the twist: it's not just about the title. It's a personal grudge match with her former teammate and fellow judo legend, Ronda Rousey.
Kayla Harrison's journey to the top has been nothing short of remarkable. With just three UFC fights, she's already claimed the bantamweight title. And now, she's setting her sights on a bigger prize.
"The Lioness" is no stranger to big-name opponents. She's already submitted Julianna Pena and is set to face the formidable Amanda Nunes at UFC 324. But her manager, Ali Abdelaziz, believes the real blockbuster is yet to come.
"After Nunes, Kayla wants Valentina Shevchenko. But her ultimate goal is Ronda Rousey," Abdelaziz revealed. "It's a personal rivalry, and it would be massive."
And this is the part most people miss: the bad blood between these two judo icons runs deep. "There's a lot of history, and it's not pretty," Abdelaziz added. "I think it'll be the biggest grudge match in UFC history."
But here's where it gets controversial: Abdelaziz believes this fight could even surpass the record-breaking Khabib vs. McGregor event. "It might do bigger numbers because there's a lot of baggage. These two don't like each other, and that adds fuel to the fire."
While UFC 229 set PPV records with 2.4 million buys, Kayla vs. Ronda has the potential to go even further. Rousey herself has a history of massive pay-per-view events, with her fights against Nunes and Holm each reaching 1.1 million buys.
However, there's a twist in Rousey's story. She's been linked to a boxing match with Katie Taylor, a two-time undisputed champion. This unexpected move has many questioning her combat sports comeback.
So, will we see Kayla Harrison vs. Ronda Rousey in the Octagon? And is it wise for Rousey to return to combat sports, especially with a boxing match on the horizon?
Join the debate! Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below. This is a fight that could define the legacy of women's MMA.
