Executioner of Amanda Nunes at UFC 269, Julianna Peña rejects the possibility of a rematch in Brazil

New bantamweight champion rules out any chance of facing 'Leoa' in the land of legend; UFC returns to Tupiniquim territory in May

A. Nunes was dethroned by J. Peña in the UFC 269. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

New Ultimate bantamweight champion (up to 61,2kg), Julianna Pena is willing to give a rematch to the legendary Amanda nunes, but in your own way. Brazilian executioner UFC 269, the Venezuelan ruled out any possibility of facing the 'Lionea' in the May event, which could bring an Ultimate delegation to Brazil after almost two years. In a collective to promote the UFC 270, the combatant was categorical in rejecting the duel.

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“No, thank you”, said the champion, when asked if the duel in Tupiniquim territory would be a possibility.

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Responsible for ending Nunes' reign, which began in 2016, Julianna has other plans for a reunion with the Bahian. The athlete then suggested new dates.

"I do not know. Maybe June, July, August. If I can fight in my birthday month (August), that would be amazing. I don't have a specific date. As long as I stay active and have a date, that’s where my focus will be,” he concluded.

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Considered by many to be the best fighter of all time, Amanda has not lost a fight since 2014. Even though she was dethroned in the under-61,2kg group, the Brazilian legend remains the Ultimate featherweight champion.

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