Kayla Harrison views Holly Holm as the most challenging opponent in the UFC bantamweight division. Harrison, with an impressive combat sports background, will be making her 135-pound debut against former champion Holm at UFC 300 in Las Vegas on April 13. As a two-time Olympic gold medalist and two-time PFL champion, Harrison is thrilled to be making her UFC debut at such a significant event. She expressed her excitement, stating, “This is the kind of thing that motivates me, and I am prepared for it.”
Harrison has achieved remarkable success throughout her athletic career and hopes to conclude it with a UFC title. However, she acknowledges the tough challenge that lies ahead against Holm. Holm has notable victories over current UFC bantamweight title holder Raquel Pennington and a memorable head-kick knockout of Ronda Rousey. Harrison recognizes Holm’s exceptional boxing skills, extensive experience in the sport, and her well-rounded abilities in MMA. She describes Holm as a veteran with a deep understanding of the sport, a former champion, and a formidable opponent. According to Harrison, Holm is the toughest fighter in the division and represents a significant step towards her goal of attaining UFC gold.