Kayla Harrison Successfully Makes Weight for UFC Debut at UFC 300 Weigh-Ins

At the official weigh-ins for UFC 300, all fighters successfully made weight, including the highly anticipated debut of Kayla Harrison. Harrison, a former Olympic gold medalist and champion in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), showed determination as she made weight for her bantamweight bout against Holly Holm.

Former middleweight champion and panelist Chris Weidman dubbed Harrison’s weigh-in as the most awaited moment. Despite looking drained, Harrison approached the scale confidently, flexing her biceps after hitting the mark at 136 pounds and acknowledging the achievement with a gesture towards the sky.

Social media buzzed with reactions to Harrison’s successful weight cut. Notable figures such as Ariel Helwani, MMA On Point, Ben Fowlkes, and Delinquent MMA shared images and insights on the significance of Harrison’s accomplishment in transitioning to the UFC from her prior lightweight and featherweight challenges in the PFL.

During a 2016 interview with Ariel Helwani, Kayla Harrison had dismissed the idea of competing at 135 pounds, stating it was out of the question. This contrasted with her triumphant weigh-in for her UFC debut, showcasing her remarkable determination to meet the bantamweight limit.

With the successful weight cut behind her, Kayla Harrison is set to face Holly Holm at UFC 300 in the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas. The event’s schedule includes early prelims starting at 6 p.m. ET, with the main card commencing at 10 p.m. ET, featuring the much-anticipated Harrison vs. Holm matchup.