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Ronda Rousey's Rumored AEW Run Could Change Her Outlook On Pro Wrestling

Ronda Rousey has been very outspoken about her run in WWE recently, seemingly burning any remaining bridges between herself and the company and claiming she has no plans to ever return to pro wrestling.

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Holly Holm 'ruined her life' by rejecting 'life-changing money' for Ronda Rousey rematch, says Dana White

Holly Holm is among the very best for the most shocking underdog moment in UFC history when she knocked out Ronda Rousey almost a decade ago. 'The Preacher's Daughter' is a combat sports legend, competing in and winning titles in both boxing and MMA.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Ronda Rousey Gives Her Blunt Opinion On Potential UFC White House Comeback and Return to Competition

Before Conor McGregor's meteoric rise and the era of superstar pay-per-views, Ronda Rousey stood as the UFC's first true woman superstar, single-handedly uplifting the profile of women's MMA.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / September 9

Why Ronda Rousey Has No Desire To Return To WWE

“Rowdy” Ronda Rousey has made it clear in recent interviews that a return to WWE is not in the cards. For now, the Olympic bronze medalist, former Women’s Bantamweight Champion in Strikeforce and UFC, and three-time WWE Women’s Champion is happy just growing her family.

MMA News / HITC / September 9

UFC rival challenges Ronda Rousey after her comeback hint excites fans

Ronda Rousey could be facing a major challenge ahead if she opts to make a comeback. Even though it has been a long time since she last stepped into the cage, ‘Rowdy’ has recently hinted at the idea of making a return to fighting.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 9

Biggest Female UFC Star Ronda Rousey Laughs Off White House Event: 'I Ain’t Fighting'

The upcoming White House event in 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most highly anticipated occasions in UFC history. Following Donald Trump‘s announcement, CEO Dana White has vowed to deliver an event more extravagant and unforgettable than ever before.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 9

Ronda Rousey Delivers Defiant Update on UFC White House Return Speculation

Back in 2011, Dana White famously declared that women would never compete in the UFC. Yet just two years later, the promotion crowned its first women’s champion when Ronda Rousey defended her bantamweight title against Liz Carmouche at UFC 157.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 9

Ronda Rousey Won’t Fight At The UFC White House Card

Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey will not return to the Octagon for the UFC White House card next June. The UFC will host the first-ever UFC event at the White House, with several big names indicating their desire to appear on the card.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Ronda Rousey Says Women in Combat Sports Earn More Respect Because of Her Impact

Rousey reflects on her lasting influence, crediting her UFC run for paving the way for women in combat sports For years, women struggled to find a spotlight in combat sports, often pushed to the margins or treated as an afterthought in promotions.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 8

Former UFC star who Dana White once compared to Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey retires from MMA

UFC boss Dana White had high hopes for one prospect back in 2017. The UFC is always looking for superstars but there are only a few fighters that have really entered the mainstream like former champions Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey did a decade ago.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 8

Ronda Rousey insists she doesn’t get credit for the achievement she’s most proud of

Ronda Rousey thinks people have forgotten the role she played in revolutionizing fight sports. Dana White famously claimed women would never fight in the UFC before ‘Rowdy’ changed his mind.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / September 8

Former WWE Women's champion rules out return

It doesn't sound like one former WWE champ is planning on a return to the ring any time soon.

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MMA News / Wrestling on SI / September 7

Ronda Rousey Reveals Why She Has No Reason To Attempt A WWE Comeback

If you were not aware, there was a great deal about Ronda Rousey's WWE tenure that she simply did not enjoy and the 'Baddest Woman on the Planet' continues

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 7

UFC legend Ronda Rousey breaks silence about UFC White House comeback fight rumors

Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey hasn't competed in MMA for nearly a decade, and while much has changed around the sport, Rousey's presence surely did draw eyeballs during her UFC run as the promotion's first-ever women's champion.

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WWE Employee Slams 'Incredibly Disrespectful' Ronda Rousey over Alexa Bliss Comments

Ronda Rousey has been told she "wasn't good enough" to "talk trash" about her former WWE rival Alexa Bliss. Rousey made controversial comments about being booked in a feud with Bliss during her first run in the company.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 7

Ronda Rousey refuses to rule out MMA comeback while reacting to rumor she’ll fight on UFC White House card

Ronda Rousey has excited fans with her latest comments on a potential MMA comeback. ‘Rowdy’ retired in 2017 after suffering back-to-back knockout defeats against Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 5

Ronda Rousey’s infamous coach reveals what was ‘bugging’ him during the UFC legend’s iconic MMA career

Ronda Rousey had a lot on her plate when she was UFC Champion of the world. The first woman to capture a UFC title paved the way for many after her, as Ronda Rousey was simply a superstar inside and outside of the Octagon.

Becky Lynch Once Explained How WWE 'Mishandled' Ronda Rousey: 'She Couldn't Wrestle'

Alexa Bliss just needs to recall Becky Lynch's comments about how Ronda Rousey "couldn't wrestle" if asked to respond to the former WWE star's recent comments.

Ronda Rousey Splits WWE Fans By Revealing She Refused To Tap Out To Becky Lynch

Ronda Rousey has pulled no punches when it comes to airing her grievances about working in WWE. This week, that included a confession of sorts. Rousey

MMA News / The Sportster / September 4

MJF Responds to Ronda Rousey's WWE Criticism

1) MJF roasted Rousey for calling her Alexa Bliss match "ridiculous," saying pro wrestling is a business. 2) He said both Rousey and Bliss sold tickets/ratings and called Rousey the "superior athlete." 3) Rousey says wrestling is in her "rearview mirror"; last match Nov 2023 in ROH, AEW return unlikely.

MMA News / Wrestling on SI / September 4

Ronda Rousey Weighs In On Her Professional Wrestling Future

When Ronda Rousey retired from mixed martial arts after two losses at UFC 193 and UFC 207, respectively, she would make the move to professional wrestling, signing with the WWE sometime in 2017.

MMA News / The Sportster / September 3

Ronda Rousey: Wrestling Is 'Pretty Much' in My Rearview Mirror

Rousey says wrestling is "pretty much" in her rearview mirror; she’s not returning to WWE soon. She left because WWE dangled opportunities, forced mediocrity, and only let her team with Baszler after threats.

Ronda Rousey became champion three months before her UFC debut to set a record that may never be beaten

Ronda Rousey was making history in the UFC even before she stepped into the octagon. The former UFC Bantamweight champion is a legend in MMA and one of the biggest draws the UFC has ever had.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 29

Ronda Rousey shows off post-baby body via social media

Just six months after giving birth to her second child, a daughter, former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey is back! Rousey has begun posting her workout videos on her social media as she has been working to gain her physique back after giving birth.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 16

‘I’m Not Welcomed Back’ – Ronda Rousey Sends Blunt Message to UFC World

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.