Joselyne Edwards Named Official Backup for UFC 334 Women’s Bantamweight Title Bout
The upcoming UFC 334 co-main event, featuring the women’s bantamweight title fight between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes, now has a designated backup fighter. The UFC occasionally assigns backup fighters to title bouts to avoid cancellations if either contender faces last-minute issues.
For this women’s 135-pound championship match, Joselyne Edwards will serve as the official alternate. She is currently training to be ready on short notice should anything prevent Harrison or Nunes from competing.
Joselyne Edwards Prepares as Official Alternate
According to MMAFighting.com, Edwards is actively in camp, ready to step in if necessary. Alongside training, she will also weigh in and receive payment to make weight, providing the UFC flexibility if either champion misses weight or cannot fight.
This move by the UFC appears strategic, especially given Harrison's absence from competition for over a year and Nunes’ layoff exceeding three years. The risk of injury or weight-related issues may be elevated, making Edwards’ readiness an important precaution.
Edwards’ UFC Record and Background
The 31-year-old Panamanian fighter joined the UFC in 2021. She boasts a 9-4 overall UFC record, including a current five-fight winning streak. Edwards has shown marked improvement, finishing fights and defeating quality opponents recently, which earned her this backup opportunity.
Fans hope Edwards won’t need to enter the octagon as a substitute because the anticipated matchup between Harrison and Nunes is highly awaited. If she does compete, it’s likely she will face the winner of the title bout next.
- Fight: Kayla Harrison vs Amanda Nunes (Women’s Bantamweight Title)
- Event: UFC 334
- Backup Fighter: Joselyne Edwards
- Edwards’ UFC Record: 9 wins, 4 losses
- Winning Streak: 5 consecutive victories
- Backup Duties: Training, weighing in, ready to fight on short notice
