Holly Holm, the accomplished UFC fighter, has expressed openness to a rematch with former two-division champion Amanda Nunes, who was recently seen at UFC 297 in Toronto. Although Nunes has given no indication of coming out of retirement, discussions about a potential return have sparked interest in potential matchups.
Holly Holm, reflecting on the possibility of a Nunes comeback, shared her thoughts on The MMA Hour. Despite considering the idea, she acknowledged that Nunes might be enjoying her time off after being an active double champion. Holm holds immense respect for Nunes, emphasizing her achievements in the sport and recognizing her as a fighter who has faced top opponents.
In their previous meeting at UFC 239 in July 2019, Nunes successfully defended her title against Holm, securing a first-round TKO. Holm, known for consistently facing elite competition throughout her career, has always embraced challenging matchups. Her willingness to fight the best, whether it’s Nunes, Cris Cyborg, Ronda Rousey, Valentina Shevchenko, Miesha Tate, Germaine de Randamie, or Raquel Pennington, stems from her experiences as a world champion boxer.
Holm attributes her fearless approach to facing tough opponents to her desire to avoid being a “paper champion” and to ensure she competes against the best fighters in their prime. As she prepares for her next bout at UFC 300 on April 13 against two-time PFL champion and two-time Olympic gold medal-winning judoka Kayla Harrison, Holm remains focused on taking on challenging opponents.
While acknowledging the underdog status against Harrison, Holm sees the matchup as a new journey and an opportunity for an epic fight in history. Her commitment to facing tough challenges and embracing the unpredictability of each fight showcases her resilience and determination in the competitive world of mixed martial arts.
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