Kayla Harrison has been in the news recently due to neck surgery and a planned comeback in the UFC, with updates suggesting she’s targeting a return to competition and a possible title clash with Amanda Nunes.[1][2][3]
Latest highlights
- April 25, 2026: Harrison said she’s back on the mats and eyes a timeline for a return, aiming for a title defense against Amanda Nunes after neck surgery for a herniated disc.[1]
- March 30, 2026: She indicated she could resume training in the coming weeks pending CT scan results, with a plan to rebook her title fight against Nunes.[2]
- Mid-March 2026 onward: Media coverage and fan updates continued to track her recovery, surgical outcome, and potential targets for a comeback in the UFC’s bantamweight division.[3]
Context and what to expect next
- The planned bout with Amanda Nunes was delayed due to her neck injury requiring surgery, and recent statements point toward a return-to-drilling and sparring in the weeks following favorable scan results.[2]
- If the timeline holds, a rebooking of Harrison vs. Nunes would be the key storyline to watch in the UFC women’s bantamweight scene.[1][2]
Sources
- CBS Sports coverage on Kayla Harrison’s injury and return timeline[2][1]
- TMZ and other entertainment outlets tracking her injury and comeback updates[3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official UFC statements or compile a brief timeline of her injury, surgery, and expected return window with exact dates.
Sources
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www.ufc.comHarrison may resume training in the coming weeks as she looks to fulfill her long-awaited fight with Amanda Nunes
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