The head of Dominance MMA, promoter Ali Abdelaziz, who represents Kayla Harrison, reacted to UFC women's bantamweight champion Julianna Pena's comments that his client is taking steroids.
“Kayla's the most tested athlete in UFC history. She's been in WADA, Olympics for like 15 years, USADA, UFC program – there's nobody got tested more. Anyone who claims – I'm sorry you don't have this kind of physique, or muscle, or strong – this is God. You should talk to God about this,” said Abdelaziz for MMA Junkie.
I'm cool with Julianna, but more she talk, more punishment she will get. The more she talk, more it's gonna fuel Kayla and more she's gonna smash her face. I believe its gonna be a very bad night for Julianna. She's going to smash Julianna, and after that, Amanda Nunes hopefully can come out (of retirement), and she can beat her too.
Recall, the fight Julianna Peña vs Kayla Harrison will take place on June 8 in Newark (USA) as part of the UFC 316 tournament.
Peña last entered the octagon in October 2024 at UFC 307, defeating Raquel Pennington by split decision. She has 12 wins and five losses on her record.
Harrison last fought in October 2024 at UFC 307, defeating Ketlen Vieira by unanimous decision. She has 18 wins and one loss on her record.
