Ronda Rousey News
Khabib Nurmagomedov's manager hits back at Ronda Rousey's comments
Harry Kettle - November 3, 2025
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has hit back at Ronda Rousey after her recent comments about the former champion. As we know, Ronda Rousey is one of the biggest superstars in the history of mixed martial arts. She was able to accomplish some truly incredible things for the sport, especially for women’s MMA. However, after losing to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, Ronda seemed to turn her back on both the fans and the sport as a whole.
Ronda Rousey reveals difference between UFC CEO Dana White and ex-WWE boss Vince McMahon
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 2, 2025
Ronda Rousey believes there is a stark difference between UFC CEO Dana White and former WWE showrunner Vince McMahon. Rousey has had experience working with both White and McMahon. During her time under the UFC banner, “Rowdy” became pioneer for women’s MMA. She became the first woman to hold a UFC championship and her relationship with White was positive.
Former UFC star Ronda Rousey takes a shot at Joe Rogan
Harry Kettle - October 31, 2025
Former UFC champion and superstar Ronda Rousey has taken a shot at the promotion’s most famous commentator Joe Rogan. As we know, Ronda Rousey is easily one of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts history. She helped put women’s MMA on the map and for a while, she was one of the biggest names in combat sports – and perhaps all of sports. Unfortunately, following losses to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, she fell off the map, and she also fell out of favor with a lot of fans because of how she responded to those defeats.
Ronda Rousey thinks Khabib Nurmagomedov's retirement spotlights a lack of reverence for MMA greats within the culture
Dylan Bowker - October 30, 2025
Ronda Rousey recently touched on Khabib Nurmagomedov’s retirement from MMA as something that stands out as a microcosm of a more toxic side of the MMA fandom. This was expressed by the dominant former UFC bantamweight champion during a recent interview with Bert Kreischer. Rousey covered multiple topics and opined about the rigidity of mixed martial arts fans demanding perfection, otherwise, that fighter was never skilled to begin with. ‘Rowdy’ didn’t just reference her own drop off as an example of that idea, but invoked the names of several prominent fighters who drew out the vitriol of fans for not being perfect.
UFC analyst believes Ronda Rousey 'shouldn't be 'cleared' to fight amid comeback rumors
Cole Shelton - October 14, 2025
UFC analyst Din Thomas doesn’t believe Ronda Rousey should be cleared to fight if she does return to MMA. Rousey has been sharing training videos and has claimed she loves MMA again. With Rousey back training and loving MMA, rumors have swirled that she could return to the UFC, perhaps even on the White House card.
UFC Rio winner open to being Ronda Rousey's comeback fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 12, 2025
One UFC women’s bantamweight fighter wouldn’t mind sharing the Octagon with Ronda Rousey. “Rowdy” recently made some waves when she posted a video of her recent MMA training session. The UFC Hall of Famer noted that her love for the sport was being repaired. This led some to speculate that Rousey might be swayed into a comeback fight on the UFC White House card.
Dana White reacts to Ronda Rousey's 'ripped' physique as UFC comeback rumors swirl
Curtis Calhoun - October 6, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White reacted to Ronda Rousey’s recent training footage as comeback rumors progress. UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey has raised many eyebrows in recent weeks as she returned to training in MMA for the first time since her loss to Amanda Nunes in 2016. Rousey opted not to return to fighting after UFC 207, transitioning to professional wrestling before her WWE tenure came to an abrupt end.
Ronda Rousey urged to avoid UFC comeback: 'We're talking about years off'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 28, 2025
Ronda Rousey has stoked the flames regarding a potential UFC comeback, but one former fighter advises against it. Rousey was a pioneer of women’s MMA, convincing Dana White to introduce the UFC women’s bantamweight division. “Rowdy” was the inaugural UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion. Her bouts were often quick and one-sided, and she became one of the most popular stars in the UFC. Rousey’s dominant run ended when she was knocked out by Holly Holm via head kick. “Rowdy” then suffered a 48-second TKO loss to Amanda Nunes, which was the last bout of her pro MMA career.
Don't be fooled by Ronda Rousey's training videos, says UFC legend
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 24, 2025
Ronda Rousey recently said she’s finding her love for MMA again after posting training videos, but one UFC Hall of Famer advises fans to not be fooled. Rousey has been out of pro MMA competition since she was stopped by Amanda Nunes in 48 seconds back in late 2016. After she dominated the women’s bantamweight division and secured a perfect record of 12-0, “Rowdy” suffered back-to-back finishing losses before transitioning to the world of pro wrestling. Rousey hasn’t been under WWE contract since 2023 and she got fans buzzing with her MMA training videos.
UFC legend Ronda Rousey admits she's 'finding my love' for MMA again
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 21, 2025
Ronda Rousey likely won’t be returning to pro MMA competition, but she’s renewing her love for the sport. Rousey became a pioneer for women’s MMA thanks to her dominance as the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion, as well as her popularity. “Rowdy” was one of combat sports’ most talked about figures during her prime. At the end of her run, Rousey grew bitter towards the sport that helped put her on the map due to mental exhaustion.
Ronda Rousey shuts down White House fight but will 'never say never' on UFC return
BJ Penn Staff - September 8, 2025
Ronda Rousey is not interested in participating in the rumored UFC White House card next year. The UFC is expected to promote an event on the White House lawn in the lead-up to American’s 250th anniversary next year. The plan was announced by President Donald Trump earlier this year, with UFC CEO Dana White gradually sharing more and more information about the event in the subsequent weeks.
UFC veteran Ronda Rousey opens up about her scary neurological issues
Harry Kettle - June 20, 2025
UFC veteran Ronda Rousey has spoken openly about some neurological issues that she’s looked into since retirement. When you talk about women’s mixed martial arts, you can’t avoid the subject of Ronda Rousey. In many ways, her stint in the UFC helped bring the sport into the mainstream. She has been able to cross over into pop culture in a way that few other fighters have, and she deserves recognition for that.
Sydney Sweeney recounts 'f***ing crazy' lunch with former UFC champ
BJ Penn Staff - April 8, 2025
Sydney Sweeney is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood right now. She’s also a big UFC fan. In fact, she actually had lunch with one former UFC champ that seemingly left her star struck. During a recent video call with YouTuber Kyle Forgeard, Sweeney was asked who her favorite UFC fighter is. She was quick to name drop former women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey, and revealed they shared a meal together.
Ronda Rousey works out with former opponent as comeback rumors continue to swirl: “I forgot how fun it could be!”
Harry Kettle - March 12, 2025
UFC legend Ronda Rousey has continued to tease the idea of a potential return to the world of mixed martial arts. It’s been almost a decade since we’ve seen Ronda Rousey compete in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. To begin with, she was easily one of the biggest stars in the entire sport of MMA. She quickly emerged as the number one female fighter in the world and from there, she only continued to get better with each and every passing performance.
PHOTO | Ronda Rousey fuels comeback rumors after returning to training
Josh Evanoff - March 4, 2025
Some believe former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey could be making a comeback. ‘Rowdy’ hasn’t been seen in the octagon in almost a decade now. Ronda Rousey last appeared in the cage in the main event of UFC 207 in December 2016, in her comeback fight against Amanda Nunes. The former women’s bantamweight champion famously went on a hiatus following a knockout loss to Holly Holm the year previous.
Kayla Harrison gives Ronda Rousey her due: "She paved the way when there was no way"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 11, 2024
Kayla Harrison doesn’t care about the negative perception around Ronda Rousey. Rousey’s place in MMA history can’t be disputed. She was a pioneer for women in the sport, becoming a crossover star for the UFC. She set the record for the most successful UFC women’s bantamweight title defenses before suffering a brutal knockout loss to Holly Holm back in 2015.
Ronda Rousey issues apology for the "most regrettable decision" of her life
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey has delivered a heartfelt apology for sharing a Sandy Hook conspiracy video eleven years ago. Prior to her title fight with Liz Carmouche at UFC 157 in February of 2013, Ronda Rousey shared a video on Twitter (now X) that questioned the legitimacy of the school shooting at Sandy Hook which left 20 children and 6 adults dead.
Ronda Rousey re-ignites feud with Cris Cyborg over attempt to save women's MMA: "Cheating a*s b*tch"
Josh Evanoff - August 21, 2024
It appears that former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey is again at odds with Cris Cyborg. ‘Rowdy’ is seemingly retired from fighting these days, but her impact on the sport is impossible to ignore. Ronda Rousey came to the UFC straight from Strikeforce, making history as the first woman to fight for Dana White. From 2013 to 2016, she remained one of the most popular members of the roster.