Cris Cyborg responds to Ronda Rousey’s insults ahead of Gina Carano fight: ‘It’s crazy that I’m still on her mind’
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Key Points:
- Cris Cyborg has moved on from her long-standing rivalry with Ronda Rousey, especially after Rousey's retirement following consecutive knockout losses, and does not see a future fight between them as viable or desirable.
- Rousey announced a surprising comeback fight against Gina Carano on May 16, which Cyborg praised as good matchmaking given both fighters are returning from long retirements.
- Cyborg responded calmly to Rousey's past insults about her alleged doping, emphasizing her clean record since 2011 and expressing surprise that she remains on Rousey's mind after more than a decade.
- While Cyborg respects Rousey's return and acknowledges her improved mental health, she believes their prime fighting days have passed and prefers Rousey to compete against other retired legends rather than herself.
- Cyborg is currently focused on defending her WIBA boxing title and the PFL featherweight MMA title, with plans to retire from MMA by the end of 2026.
