# Amanda Nunes Returns For Title Clash > Amanda Nunes returns to UFC 334 after retirement to face Kayla Harrison in New York. - Title: Amanda Nunes Returns For Title Clash · UFC | Shortify - Summary: Amanda Nunes returns to UFC 334 after retirement to face Kayla Harrison in New York. - Keywords: ufc, amanda nunes, kayla harrison, polymarket ufc 334, ufc women's bantamweight, ufc 334, new york city, ufc 289, ufc 297, ufc 324, ufc 200, ufc title fight - Source: UFC — https://ufc.com/news/amanda-nunes-came-back-for-whats-hers-polymarket-ufc-334 - Published: 2026-11-12T22:04:10+00:00 - Read time: 2 min - Topics: ufc, amanda nunes, kayla harrison, polymarket ufc 334, ufc women's bantamweight, ufc 334, new york city, ufc 289, ufc 297, ufc 324, ufc 200, ufc title fight ## Amanda Nunes Retires After UFC 289 Amanda Nunes decided to retire after her fight with Irene Aldana at UFC 289 in Vancouver, Canada, on June 10, 2023. > I burned out a little bit, and I didn’t want to keep pushing through back then and have the risk to lose because I (wasn’t) that happy to do what I love to do ## Nunes' Retirement Reason Nunes retired due to burnout from constant travel and the physical toll of weight loss, needing mental and physical rest. > I need to reset, clear my mind. I needed a break for my body from losing weight ## Nunes' Retirement Motivation Nunes retired to give her younger daughter the opportunity to experience her life and career. > My younger daughter didn’t have the opportunity to be here, see everything about my life, and I feel like she deserves to because Raegan saw ## Kayla Harrison's Rise Kayla Harrison became the No. 1 contender after defeating Julianna Peña at UFC 297 and later submitting Peña in the second round. > Nine months later, Harrison completed her march to the top of the division by submitting Peña in the second round ## Nunes and Harrison's History Nunes and Harrison trained together at American Top Team in Florida but never became partners due to scheduling conflicts. > I always knew, I always knew this day was coming, but nobody listened to me ## Fight Postponed The fight between Nunes and Harrison was postponed when Harrison suffered a neck injury requiring surgery. > When Harrison began training with the same coaches that were at the helm for Nunes, the UFC champion got uncomfortable ## Nunes Returns to UFC 334 Nunes returned to compete against Kayla Harrison at Polymarket UFC 334 in New York City on November 14, 2.2026. > I got the call, my belt called me, and when my belt called me, I know my belt missed me, and I came back ## Nunes' Motivation Nunes returned to compete because she wanted to face a tough opponent who matched her style and was motivated by her daughter. > Kayla is a tough opponent, which is exactly how I like it. I like challenges; this is not exciting without challenges ## Nunes' Full Circle Moment Nunes described the fight as a full-circle moment, having competed in New York City for the first time when she was 20. > Now we’re here, in a perfect spot, New York (City). I was here when I was 20, coming from Brazil ## Nunes' Confidence Nunes expressed confidence that she would win the fight without pressure, focusing on having fun and doing what she loves. > I don’t have any pressure. I do this now without any pressure. The pressure is on Kayla ## UFC 334 Event Details Polymarket UFC 334 takes place at Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 14, 2026, with early prelims starting at 5pm ET. > Don't miss a moment of Polymarket UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit, live from Madison Square Garden in New York, New York on Saturday, November 14, 2026 ## Nunes' Legacy Nunes aims to add to her legacy by winning the title and making history in New York City. > This is (what it’s) all about: moments, keep making history, keep doing what I love, and win ## Nunes' Final Words Nunes described the fight as a perfect moment to reclaim her title and share the experience with her future grandchildren. > The only thing I feel like is the circle is gonna make perfect sense. I started again, grabbed the belt, and it’s gonna be pretty cool to share later with my grandkids ## UFC 334 Significance The fight between Nunes and Harrison is a historic clash of two dominant forces in women's MMA with personal history and legacy implications. > This is a perfect moment, and this is why I’m here ## Key takeaway Amanda Nunes reclaimed her UFC women's bantamweight title by defeating Kayla Harrison at Polymarket UFC 334 in New York City on November 14, 2026.