The MMA world is buzzing! Amanda Nunes, the formidable 'Lioness,' is gearing up for her comeback fight against Kayla Harrison at UFC 324, and she's got a secret weapon in her corner. But who is this mystery person?
Nunes, after a period of laying low, is now in the final stages of her training. She recently shared a photo showcasing her incredible physique as she prepares to challenge Harrison for the women's bantamweight title on January 24th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
And here's where it gets interesting: Standing proudly beside Nunes is none other than Larissa Pacheco. Why is this significant? Because Pacheco is the only fighter to ever defeat Kayla Harrison in her professional career! Pacheco handed Harrison her sole loss, a unanimous decision victory in the 2022 PFL lightweight championship. This is a huge advantage for Nunes.
However, it's worth noting that before this victory, Harrison had previously bested Pacheco twice. Harrison secured a unanimous decision win in the 2019 PFL lightweight championship, and another unanimous decision in May 2019. This means their head-to-head record stands at 2-1 in favor of Harrison, despite Pacheco's recent win.
But this is the part most people miss: Pacheco has recently parted ways with the PFL and hasn't competed since her loss to Cris Cyborg in October 2024.
Could Pacheco's insights be the key to Nunes' victory? What do you think about Nunes bringing in the only person to beat Harrison? Do you think this gives Nunes a significant edge, or does Harrison's prior victories over Pacheco make this less impactful? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
