Julianna Pena chocked out the greatest she submitted Amanda Nunes. Pena who has been in UFC since 2013, since winning TUF has spent years for her chance at UFC glory. When the moment came she did not disappoint.
In the rematch she didn’t fare as well but her chance came again. She got a chance to win the title back versus Raquel Pennington.
Pena is the champion at bantamweight and on her second reign. Shes defending her title against a tough challenger. Kayla Harrison is a beast! The former PFL champion in a much higher weight class is ready to take her chances at Pena.
Harrison has incredible Judo and was able to take out a great striker in Holly Holm as well as a the dangerous Ketlen Viera. She’s 2-0 in the UFC with only one loss in her career.
Pena’s top control is dominant. When she’s on top of her opponent she usually crushes them. She has amazing wrestling and her strikes are hard. She can also take a considerable about of punishment but relies on her strength to dominate.
Harrison uses the same assets. She over powers the competition.
In terms of power I see Harrison as the stronger woman. Pena might have a tough time in this fight. We will find out at UFC 316.
Who wins the battle between Julianna Pena vs Kayla Harrison?
I’m picking Kayla Harrison.