Kaya Harrison is a winner, a UFC champion, and has a major career decision ahead after beating Nunes

Kayla Harrison emerged victorious and crowned herself the UFC champion in a fight against Amanda Nunes, but she now faces a monumental career decision. The 36-year-old, a two-time Olympic judo gold medalist, had to slim down from 155 pounds to 135 pounds for her dream bout. Harrison had a brief hiatus, participating in her first bout in 18 months following spinal fusion surgery in January for a neck injury that held up the anticipated match until UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden.

The champion claimed she might even have suffered a broken foot during the fight. Harrison expressed her intention to consult her team, take time with her children, and enjoy the holidays. The UFC Hall of Fame inductee's resume speaks for itself, but Nunes, deemed the greatest female fighter of all time, has set a high bar. Harrison made her mark as the current best, choking out Nunes in the fourth round during the co-main event.

Nunes, in an attempt to counter, struggled in the first two rounds, succumbing to Harrison's relentless attacks that included short punches and elbow strikes to the head. Harrison, known for her aggressive style and titled victories, wasted no time in taking control of the fight. She secured the win by applying a rear naked choke, leaving Nunes no choice but to tap out.

Despite her extensive career and numerous injuries, Harrison remains resilient and focused on her next move, a decision that could define her legacy in the sport.