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UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington Fight Card, TV Info, Predictions and More

Amanda Nunes' takeover of the women's bantamweight division will face a new challenge at UFC 224 when she takes on Raquel Pennington in the main event.

Nunes has become the woman to beat in the division. Since defeating Miesha Tate for the title in July 2016 she's beaten Ronda Rousey and Valentina Shevchenko to claim top billing in a division that has never been known for its depth.

Now the Brazilian will look to extend that title defense streak to three in front of a Rio de Janeiro crowd that should be cheering on The Lioness.

It's a fitting headliner for a card that has a serious Brazilian presence and should provide some meaningful fights in the other divisions represented.