Amanda Nunes is set to face Kayla Harrison at UFC 324 in a highly anticipated championship bout, a fight Nunes says felt destined to happen. The announcement confirms Nunes’ return to the Octagon after retiring in June 2022 following her victory over Julianna Peña at UFC 277.

While Nunes had previously hinted at the possibility of returning to the sport, she stated that the opportunity to fight Harrison, who was then on the verge of potentially winning the UFC women's bantamweight title, solidified her decision. Harrison has been pursuing the bantamweight title after previously holding the UFC women’s featherweight and lightweight championships.

Nunes, widely considered the greatest female mixed martial artist of all time, previously held both the UFC bantamweight and featherweight titles simultaneously. Her impressive career boasts victories over numerous top contenders, establishing her as a dominant force in the sport. This fight against Harrison represents a significant challenge as Nunes looks to reclaim her status and defend her bantamweight crown. The bout at UFC 324 is expected to be a major draw for fans and a pivotal moment in both fighters' careers.