Combat sports enthusiasts are in for an exhilarating experience in Vancouver, Canada, as “The Lioness” Amanda Nunes takes center stage against challenger Irene “Robles” Aldana in UFC 289. The highly anticipated event will feature a clash for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight title. Nunes (22-5-0) demonstrated her dominance in a previous outstanding performance, reclaiming the title from Julianna Pena in their rematch. Aldana (14-6-0) enters the match following an impressive up-kick knockout victory over Macy Chiasson. Nunes has earned the reputation of being the Greatest Woman of All Time (GWOAT) in combat sports, with an impressive record of 17-2 in title fights since joining the UFC.

Initially, UFC 289 planned a trilogy fight between Amanda Nunes and former titleholder Julianna Pena. However, Pena’s injury during training camp led to her withdrawal, providing an opportunity for Irene Aldana. Aldana, with an 11-4 record in the UFC, has engaged in closely contested battles with some of the world’s top fighters. The 35-year-old Mexican fighter is highly regarded for her exceptional boxing skills and world-class ground game.

UFC 289 also offers an enthralling lightweight matchup between the number-one ranked Charles “DoBronx” Oliveira (33-9-0) and Beneil “Benny” Dariush (22-4-1). Oliveira, coming off a loss to the current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, previously enjoyed an impressive 11-fight winning streak. Dariush, on the other hand, extended his winning streak to eight fights with an incredible victory over highly respected grappler Mateusz Gamrot. However, it remains uncertain whether the winner of this bout will secure a guaranteed title shot.

On June 10, fight fans can anticipate an electrifying evening at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada, as UFC 289 unfolds.