If you are a fan of women's bantamweight wrestling, you will be glad to learn that this weekend the top-ranked contestants are going at it. Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes will be making their first title defenses. Find out what to expect from Amanda Nunes’s first title defense against Julianna Pera.
Germaine de Randamie vs. Holly Holm
UFC announced that Germaine De Randamie will be facing Irene Aldana at UFC 268 in New York City on November 6. Amanda Nunes will fight the winner of the bout in the featherweight category. The UFC has also stated that the fight will feature a mixed bag of styles. While it is unclear if this fight will feature a submission or knockout, both women considered elite competitors.
Amanda Nunes' first title defense against Julianna Pena
Amanda Nunes became the first woman to defend her bantamweight title successfully twice by UFC. At UFC 277, Nunes defeated double champion Julianna Pena by unanimous decision. After losing her first fight, Nunes won the second by unanimous decision. She then defended her title against Pena. The fight was the biggest upset of all time in the UFC women's bantamweight division.
Germaine de Randamie vs. Alexandra Pantoja
Holly Holm's win over Irene Aldana has earned Germaine de Randamie her next fight. In this matchup, both women are seeking their first title defense. Germaine de Randamie reigns as the UFC women’s bantamweight champion. Pantoja is currently the featherweight champ.
Alexandra Shevchenko vs. Germaine de Randamie
The sportsbooks have Amanda Nunes as the favorite in this bout. She is known for her strength and size, which has helped her dominate opponents in the past. She excels at ground and pound. Nunes lost her last match. Nunes had the advantage to beat de Randamie. But she kept her distance, and peppered de Randamie with shots. Shevchenko could be considered for the title. The future of this division remains uncertain. Shevchenko might, however, stay at flyweight.
Alexandra Vieira vs. Germaine de Randamie
Germaine de Randamie, a former women's champion in featherweight, is currently on a three-fight winning streak. She won the UFC title against Holly Holm in February but was later stripped of the belt after refusing to face Cris Cyborg. Germaine de Randamie initially was to face Marion Reneau at UFC Rotterdam. Unfortunately, the Brazilian pulled it out due to injury.
Alexandra Shevchenko vs. Amanda Nunes
Shevchenko fought Nunes twice, with the first coming at bantamweight. Shevchenko dropped to 125 lbs and won the title. Both women are known for their pound-for–pound fighting skills and fans long wanted a tripple fight. Bisping is also participating in this fight. You can read on to learn about Shevchenko or Nunes.