Julianna Peña Reclaims UFC Bantamweight Title Amid Kayla Harrison's Rising Challenge

Peña's victory over Raquel Pennington sets the stage for potential clashes with Kayla Harrison or a retired Amanda Nunes.

Julianna Peña defeated Raquel Pennington via split decision at UFC 307 to become a two-time UFC women's bantamweight champion.
Despite her victory, Peña expressed a strong desire for a third fight with Amanda Nunes, who retired in 2023, rather than focusing on Kayla Harrison.
Kayla Harrison, who won against Ketlen Vieira, is seen as a likely contender for Peña's title, with betting odds favoring Harrison heavily.
Peña's win was closely contested, with Pennington knocking her down in the fourth round and dominating the fifth, leading to a controversial decision.
Harrison, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, emphasized her ambition to prove herself in the UFC, stating she aims to become the best in the world.