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UFC News: Holly Holm vs Raquel Pennington rematch reportedly set for UFC 246

Holly Holm will return to the Octagon for the first time since UFC 239
Holly Holm will return to the Octagon for the first time since UFC 239

According to a report from MMA Junkie, a rematch between Holly Holm and Raquel Pennington has reportedly been confirmed for the upcoming UFC 246 pay-per-view in January.

Holly Holm vs Raquel Pennington I

Holly Holm and Raquel Pennington first squared off in the Octagon way back at UFC 184 in 2015, in a bout that was originally scheduled to take place at UFC 181. Pennington, who was on the back of a win over promotion newcomer Ashlee-Evans Smith, eventually lost to Holm via split decision.

Holly Holm vs Raquel Pennington II set for UFC 246

UFC 246 is lining up to be quite the pay-per-view. Already featuring the return of Conor McGregor, the event will now contest a highly awaited rematch between Raquel Pennington and former UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion Holly Holm.

Holm, who last competed in the Octagon at UFC 239, will be returning to the Octagon since her title-fight loss to current UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion Amanda Nunes. Upon her return to the cage, 'The Preacher's Daughter' will look to secure a big win over Pennington.

How is UFC 246 shaping up like?

As of now, UFC 246 is confirmed to feature the return of Conor McGregor to the Octagon, as the former two-division world champion will square-off against Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone. On the other hand, Francis Ngannou has also called out Alexander Volkov for a fight at the event. Darren Till also wants to feature in the co-main event of the show against Robert Whittaker.

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