Amanda Nunes Slams Norma Dumont’s Decision to Leave the UFC
Former UFC two-division champion Amanda Nunes has criticised Norma Dumont’s decision to leave the promotion, describing it as a “bad decision.” Dumont announced her departure on Wednesday despite having two fights remaining on her contract, explaining that she had been informed the UFC did not intend to renew her deal. Nunes believes the Brazilian should have completed her remaining bouts and proved she deserved to stay.
Speaking at a media day ahead of UFC 334, Nunes said Dumont should have used her remaining opportunities to demonstrate her value to the promotion. Dumont, who holds a 13-4 record, had been approaching title contention before suffering consecutive defeats. She has since revealed receiving an offer for a direct title shot from another MMA promotion, alongside a lucrative boxing opportunity, and indicated that she is leaning towards boxing.
Meanwhile, Nunes, who boasts a 23-5 record, is preparing to return after a three-year absence to challenge Kayla Harrison for the UFC bantamweight title on November 14 at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Brazilian Hall of Famer has also hinted at defending the championship if she defeats Harrison, setting the stage for a major comeback.
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