KAYLA HARRISON

This American athlete began her professional mixed martial arts journey in 2018 following a prestigious career as a two-time Olympic judo gold medalist. Throughout her progression, she claimed two lightweight tournament world championships under the Professional Fighters League banner. After moving to the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2024, she successfully ascended to the bantamweight throne. She continues her training at the American Top Team facility, where she focuses on her competitive output within the division.

Entering this mid-July 2026 event, Harrison carries a professional ledger consisting of nineteen victories and a single defeat. Her current momentum includes four consecutive triumphs, starting with a unanimous decision victory over Aspen Ladd, followed by a submission against Holly Holm. She added another decision win against Ketlen Vieira before securing the bantamweight title by submitting Julianna Pena.