But the UFC was still in the conversation, with questions swirling around, wondering if she would ultimately compete in the Octagon. In January, speculation ended when UFC CEO Dana White announced she had signed with the promotion. The reaction was immediate and, in a world where everyone seems to find something negative in any news, Harrison’s signing was met with positive comments.
“To be honest with you, I try to stay off social media just because it can get a little toxic, but I’m really happy that everyone seems so excited,” she said. “I think the biggest thing is I’m excited, my family is excited, my team is excited. This has been a long time coming and yes, it’s all good vibes. Good, good energy, positive energy, and we’re taking all of that with us to UFC 300.”
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And before you ask, don’t think that even though Harrison was fighting in a different weight class in a different promotion, she wasn’t looking at what was happening in the UFC bantamweight division she would be competing in from that point on. weekend.
“I always do my due diligence,” Harrison said. “I am a professional. It’s my sport, it’s my dream and I take it very seriously. So, of course, I was always paying attention and watching, but I had a lot on my plate. I was focused where I was. But I’m ready. I know exactly what I’m getting into and I have a great team around me who have prepared me well. I train alongside these guys every day. I’m in a room full of killers every day, so I know exactly where I stand and I like my chances.