You'll love to see the top-ranked women in the bantamweight division fight it out this weekend, if you are a fan. You'll find out which women will be making their first title defenses, including Amanda Nunes and Holly Holm. 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. The winner of this bout will go on to fight Amanda Nunes in the featherweight division. UFC also confirmed that the fight would feature a mix 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 the first bout, she defended her title by beating Pena unanimously. It was the UFC's biggest upset in women's bantamweight.
Germaine de Randamie vs. Alexandra Pantoja
Holly Holm defeated Irene Aldana in a recent fight. Germaine d’ Randamie is making her next fight a major occasion. In this matchup, both women are seeking their first title defense. Germaine de Randamie is the reigning UFC women's bantamweight champion, while Pantoja is the current featherweight champ.
Alexandra Shevchenko vs. Germaine de Randamie
Amanda Nunes is favored in this bout by sportsbooks. She is known for her strength and size, which has helped her dominate opponents in the past. She also excels in ground- and pound. But Nunes' last outing was a loss. Nunes was well-placed to beat de Randamie. She kept her distance though and peppered de Randamie's 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 is a former women’s featherweight champ who has won three consecutive fights. In February, she won the UFC belt against Holly Holm, but was stripped of it after refusing to fight 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 has fought Nunes twice. Shevchenko was defeated at bantamweight the second time. Shevchenko dropped to 125 lbs and won the title. Both women are well known pound for pound fighters. Fans have long demanded a trio fight. Bisping is also on board for this fight. Learn more about Shevchenko, Nunes and the rest of the fighters.