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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ronda Rousey Speaks Out on UFC Rejection and Media Criticism
At one point, no athlete in MMA was more recognizable than Ronda Rousey. The former Olympic judoka didn't just dominate the women's bantamweight division—she transformed it. With a string of first-round armbars, Rousey helped usher in an entirely new era for the UFC, becoming the organization's first female champion and a mainstream crossover icon. But a recent interview sheds new light on the disconnect between her legacy and how she feels perceived today. In a vulnerable conversation with High Performance, Rousey opened up about her relationship with the UFC fanbase and media. 'Pretty sure if I walked into the arena, I'd be booed,' she said. 'I gave them everything I had and it wasn't enough.' She also addressed the media's role in reshaping her image, saying, 'I feel like I'm really vilified by MMA media at this point… I'm not really, you know, well welcomed back which is why I haven't gone to a UFC fight since.' Rousey also revealed a major factor in her UFC departure—long-term concussion symptoms possibly linked to CTE. In her memoir Our Fight, she wrote candidly about suffering concussions as far back as childhood and how the accumulation of head trauma continued throughout her judo and MMA careers. She described symptoms such as blackouts, vision issues, and numbness, noting that even light impacts could trigger episodes. The potential long-term effects, including CTE, weighed heavily on her decision to walk away. Over time, the toll on her health became too great to ignore. Ronda RouseyGetty Images Since stepping away from the UFC, Rousey has exited WWE and turned her focus to life outside the ring. She authored her memoir Our Fight, released in 2024, and has shifted attention to her family, raising her two daughters and embracing a quieter life away from the spotlight that once followed her every move. Recently, brief clips of Rousey training surfaced online, sparking speculation about a potential return to either WWE or the UFC. However, as of now, no official announcement or confirmation has been made regarding a comeback. Related: UFC Rising Star Sends Sparring Offer to Charles Oliveira 'I Can Imitate Topuria Perfectly' Related: Jake Paul Confirms Undisputed Heavyweight Champ Wants MMA Fight: 'They Reached Out'
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ronda Rousey made promise to never speak ill of Trump
(NewsNation) — UFC legend Ronda Rousey revealed she made a promise to CEO Dana White that she would never utter a bad word about President Trump. Trump, who is frequently seen at UFC events, is a fan favorite and popular among many of its fighters who routinely dedicate victories to the president. 'I think it's part of the history of the sport,' Rousey said of Trump's involvement with the company. 'In 2016, Dana White specifically made me promise to not say anything bad about Donald Trump because back when they needed a venue and no one would give it to them, he did. Virginia Giuffre, Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein accuser, dies by suicide: Report 'And because I feel like I owe Dana my life, I told him, 'Alright.'' Rousey joined the program to discuss her latest book, 'Our Fight,' which details how she was able to find happiness following her legendary fighting career. 'Your life is every day, it's not just accomplishments. It really is about the journey, not the destination,' she said. 'I would say I fell short of every major goal I set for myself … [but] I ended up having an incredible life in the process.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
