In a significant development for UFC fans, the highly anticipated showdown between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes has been postponed due to an injury to Harrison. The reigning women’s bantamweight champion has suffered a neck injury that will require surgery, leading to the cancellation of her title defense originally set for Jan. 24, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Details of the Postponement
The match, dubbed “the greatest female fight of all time,” was expected to be a thrilling five-round contest. However, it will now remain on hold until Harrison is cleared to return to the octagon.
UFC 324 Updates
UFC 324 will still proceed, with Justin Gaethje facing Paddy Pimblett in one interim title fight. However, the promotion will need to address the absence of the Harrison vs. Nunes event in the co-main slot. This card marks a milestone for the UFC as it will debut on Paramount+.
Former bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley is in a position to fill the co-main event gap if required. He is set to face the rising star Yadong Song, known as the “Kung Fu Kid,” in what promises to be an exciting matchup in Las Vegas.
Looking Ahead
- Event: UFC 324
- Original Date: January 24, 2026
- Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
- Postponed Fight: Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes
- Interim Fight: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett
- Potential Co-Main Event: Sean O’Malley vs. Yadong Song
This postponement marks a notable turn in the UFC landscape, especially in the women’s bantamweight division. Fans will need to stay tuned for updates about Harrison’s recovery and the eventual rescheduling of her fight with Nunes.
