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Harrison–Nunes Title Fight Scratched From UFC 324 After Kayla Harrison Undergoes Neck Surgery

The champion’s herniated-disc procedure forces a major reshuffle of the Paramount+ debut card as the promotion weighs next steps.

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Jun 7, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, UNITED STATES; Kayla Harrison (blue gloves) reacts after defeating Julianna Pena (not pictured) in a bantamweight title bout during UFC 316 at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The UFC said Wednesday the champion withdrew from the Jan. 24 co-main in Las Vegas after a neck injury first reported by The Eagle-Tribune.
  • Harrison consulted doctors in New York and had surgery to repair herniated discs, according to multiple reports.
  • No new date or interim-title plan has been announced, with outlets reporting an expected rehabilitation window of about six months.
  • UFC 324 retains its Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett interim lightweight main event on the promotion’s Paramount+ launch.
  • Short-notice adjustments are being explored, with reports indicating Sean O’Malley could take a larger spotlight and Norma Dumont has volunteered to face Amanda Nunes.