If you enjoy the women's division of bantamweight, then you'll be delighted to hear that the top-ranked candidates are competing this weekend. You'll find out which women will be making their first title defenses, including Amanda Nunes and Holly Holm. You'll also learn what you can expect from Amanda Nunes’ first title defense against Julianna Penna.
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. UFC has stated that this fight will feature a mixture of styles. The UFC has not yet revealed whether the fight will be a knockout, submission or both. However, both women are considered elite competition.
Amanda Nunes' first title defense against Julianna Pena
The UFC made history by making Amanda Nunes the first woman to successfully defend her bantamweight title twice. At UFC 277, Nunes defeated double champion Julianna Pena by unanimous decision. She defended her title against Pena after losing the first fight by a unanimous decision. This was the UFC women’s bantamweight championship's most controversial fight.
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, the UFC women's bantamweight champion is currently in the spotlight. Pantoja is the current featherweight champ.
Alexandra Shevchenko vs. Germaine de Randamie
The sportsbooks have Amanda Nunes as the favorite in this bout. She has a long resume of dominating opponents with strength and size. She is also a strong ground and pound player. Nunes' loss in her last game was disappointing. Nunes had the advantage to beat de Randamie. But she kept her distance, and peppered de Randamie with shots. Shevchenko might be interested in a challenge for the title. However, this division's future is not clear. Shevchenko may stay at flyweight, though, for the time being.
Alexandra Vieira vs. Germaine de Randamie
Germaine de Randamie (a former women's featherweight champion) is currently on a winning streak of three fights. In February, she beat Holly Holm for the UFC crown, but she was unable to take on Crisyborg. Germaine de Randamie was originally scheduled to fight Marion Reneau at UFC Rotterdam, but the Brazilian pulled out due to injury.
Alexandra Shevchenko vs. Amanda Nunes
Shevchenko faced Nunes twice. Shevchenko won the bantamweight fight. After that, she dropped to 125 pounds 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 involved in this fight. Read on to learn more about Shevchenko and Nunes.