Harrison won by a fourth-round submission against MMA legend Nunes, who made a comeback after a three-year absence.
Kayla Harrison defeats Amanda Nunes to retain UFC bantamweight belt
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- · ESPNInside the complicated history of Nunes and Harrison
- · ESPNPreview and picks for Ciryl Gane-Josh Hokit and Kayla Harrison-Amanda Nunes
- · BBC SportHarrison shocks Nunes on UFC return to retain title
- · ESPNHarrison spoils Nunes' return, submits ex-champion to retain UFC crown
- · ESPNUFC 334 results: Ciryl Gane defeats Josh Hokit, Kayla Harrison submits Amanda Nunes
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