Combate recently reported that Amanda Nunes would next defend her featherweight belt at UFC 250 on May 9 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, vs. whoever got the more definitive win on Saturday. Felicia Spencer defeated Zarah Fairn dos Santos by TKO at 3:37 of Round 1, which would appear to be a clincher. However, Megan Anderson defeated Norma Dumont by KO 3:31, edging out Spencer by six seconds. So it's still not known who gets the nod.
“I’m the only one that’s on a win streak,” said Anderson, as transcribed by Nolan King and Mike Bohn for MMA Junkie. “I feel like I put my name on the list, particularly with such a great knockout. The UFC is going to do what the UFC wants to do. If they give it to Felicia, I think she’s an incredible competitor. I wouldn’t be surprised if they give it to her. If that’s the case, I’d love to fight again.”
“Feeling like you’ve put in the work and put in the time doesn’t necessarily equate to a title shot these days. All I can control is putting on great performances. I feel like I’m doing that, showcasing my skills, and showcasing my potential as a star in this sport. I feel like that’s all I can do. If I do get the title shot, I’m game as f***. If not, I’m still going to be here and keep racking up the wins until I do get a title shot.”
“The UFC is going to Perth, so I’d love to fight in Australia. If they come back to Kansas City, that’d be awesome. I’d love to be able to put on a performance. I’ve done Australia in the UFC and I’d love to be able to put on a performance in front of my adopted home of Kansas City. That’d be cool, too – if I’m not given the opportunity to fight for the title.”
The division is thin. Nunes makes short work of Anderson and Spencer, unless she suffers a HUGE lapse in concentration. Even then, I think Nunes could recover and get the W.
Sage Northcock - Isnt that like her first non-controversial/impressive win?
I mean… pump the brakes. She acts like shes this huge star lmfao.
Unfortunately you have to speak up to get anything big at this point. I agree with you but she still might get the fight soon as the division is ridicuulously thin
Nunes click is bigger then my dick and stands harder.. I wish UFC would do men vs women at same weight or catch weights. I legit think Amanda would beat any 125er and any 135er outside top 5