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On July 17, 2026, ESPN reported that Kayla Harrison underwent surgery to repair herniated discs in her neck, forcing her out of a scheduled UFC bantamweight title defense against Amanda Nunes in Las Vegas. Harrison confirmed the procedure on social media, noting it took place earlier that week. The highly anticipated championship clash has been postponed, with the UFC yet to announce a new date. The report underscores serious health concerns around Harrison’s neck issues and leaves the women’s bantamweight division temporarily without its planned marquee title fight.
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