Amanda Nunes Faces Uncertain Future as UFC Bantamweight Division

Amanda Nunes is set to face Kayla Harrison in a highly anticipated UFC bantamweight title fight, but the division's future remains uncertain.

The UFC's decision to shut down the featherweight division after Nunes' retirement in 2023 has raised concerns about the bantamweight division's potential closure.

Luana Santos, a UFC fighter, believes the division will continue despite the lack of signings and releases, including Ketlen Vieira's contract not being renewed.

The UFC's decision not to sign two-time PFL champion Larissa Pacheco has sparked fears about the division's future, with some speculating it may be closed after Nunes' eventual fight against Harrison.

Amanda Nunes' return to UFC has been seen as a boost to the division, but the lack of depth and talent has raised concerns.

Santos told MMA Fighting she's not concerned about the division's future, citing the increasing number of fights at 135 pounds and new talent emerging.

The UFC has opted to keep the bantamweight division open, despite the featherweight division's closure, and Santos sees this as an opportunity for herself and other fighters.

Amanda Nunes' fight against Kayla Harrison is expected to be a major draw, with the winner potentially determining the division's future.

The UFC's decision to keep the division open has been seen as a positive sign, with Santos believing it will continue to thrive.

As of 2023, the UFC bantamweight division has seen a surge in popularity, with Amanda Nunes' return being a major factor.

The division's future remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: Amanda Nunes' fight against Kayla Harrison will be a pivotal moment in the division's history.