Yet another high profile fight has been added to the UFC 200 card, this time in the women’s bantamweight division.
The UFC women’s bantamweight division has undergone a major shakeup in the last year, and another bout on the UFC 200 card looks to strengthen the position of a potential contender for the 135-pound title. With a title fight between Miesha Tate and Amanda Nunes already added, the UFC has added a bout between the returning Cat Zingano and TUF winner Julianna Pena as well.
The bout was originally reported by ESPNW.
Zingano (9-1, 2-1 UFC) holds victories over both ladies fighting in the title fight, but hasn’t competed since a quick submission loss to then-champion Ronda Rousey in Febraury 2015.
Pena (7-2, 3-0 UFC) the winner of TUF 18, returned from a long injury layoff last April and has picked up two wins in a row, the most recent coming over Jessica Eye by decision in October.
With the insane depth of this card, you’d have to assume this bout will take place on the preliminary portion of the broadcast. The headliner of the July 9th card will be a rematch between Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz. There are also two title fights set for the event, including Tate/Nunes.