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#2. Julianna Pena to WWE?
UFC women's bantamweight champion Julianna Pena could be another MMA fighter on the WWE's radar. The former TUF winner's star-power rose significantly after submitting Amanda Nunes last December. She followed up the win with a memorable post-fight interview.
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Pena's mentality of betting on herself has served her well throughout her UFC career. She is scheduled to defend her title against Nunes in the main event of UFC 277. If she retains her belt in the rematch, 'The Venezuelan Vixen' and her popularity could reach greater heights, putting her in a great position for a lucrative pro wrestling offer in the future.
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While speaking with the NY Post, Pena stated that she wasn't opposed to a move to the sports entertainment powerhouse.
"Right now my focus is on fighting. Later on, if that opportunity presents itself, I don't see why I couldn't explore that avenue."
#1. Kayla Harrison to WWE?
Kayla Harrison would be an excellent fit in the current landscape of WWE. The two-time PFL women's lightweight champion has been dominant throughout her MMA career so far. She is unbeaten and has an MMA record of 13-0.
With the company signing standout collegiate and Olympic athletes like Gable Steveson could change the perception of sports entertainment. Harrison could be another massive signing to join that crop of talent. Prior to her transition to MMA, she was a decorated judoka.
Harrison's manager, Ali Abdelaziz, mentioned that there was interest from the sports entertainment powerhouse when she was a free agent.
"The WWE been calling too, but we're interested in real fighting. She's focusing on fighting right now. PFL, it doesn't matter where she gonna be. Whatever Kayla wants."
Harrison represented USA Judo, where she won two gold medals: one each at the 2012 and 2016 Olympics. She has also embraced the entertainment aspect of MMA with press conferences and her post-fight interviews.
