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Nunes Hopes for White House Date for Harrison Title Fight as Champion Recovers From Neck Surgery

Nunes plans to wait for Harrison’s clearance with an eye on the UFC’s June 14 White House event.

Overview

  • Amanda Nunes says she will wait for Kayla Harrison to be medically cleared and floated the June 14 White House card as a possible stage.
  • The bantamweight title fight was removed from UFC 324 in January after Harrison underwent urgent neck surgery for herniated discs.
  • Nunes said Harrison has returned to light gym work and estimated a roughly six‑month recovery, adding that she will stay ready.
  • The UFC has not set a new date and has indicated the matchup will be rebooked only once Harrison receives medical clearance.
  • Nunes, who retired in 2023 after defending the belt, is training in Las Vegas and coaching as Harrison’s timeline remains uncertain following UFC wins over Holly Holm, Ketlen Vieira and Julianna Peña.