The Herd with Colin Cowherd The Daniel Cormier Show - REACTS to Kayla Harrison OUT vs. Amanda Nunes at UFC 324 with neck injury
Jan 15, 2026
Daniel Cormier dives into the shocking news of Kayla Harrison's neck injury, pulling her out of the highly anticipated fight against Amanda Nunes. He discusses the significance of this matchup and the contrasting styles of the fighters. Cormier also shares skepticism about Harrison's recovery timeline, drawing from his own experiences. As Nunes contemplates her next moves, Cormier suggests she should consider an interim fight to stay sharp, highlighting the competitive resurgence of the bantamweight division.
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Title Fight Pulled By Injury
- Kayla Harrison's reported neck injury removes the biggest possible female fight versus Amanda Nunes from UFC 324.
- That cancellation significantly alters promotional plans and fan anticipation for the card.
Cormier Cites Personal Surgery Experience
- Daniel Cormier shares personal perspective that six months for a neck surgery is optimistic and recalls his own back surgery impact.
- He notes he never returned to the same training level after disc surgery.
Harrison's Elite Traits Aid Recovery Odds
- Kayla Harrison's elite work ethic makes her a credible candidate for a strong recovery despite a serious neck injury.
- Cormier argues her physical and mental attributes put her among the few who could return to top form.