Ronda Rousey fires back at critics questioning comeback age: ‘It’s not like my ovaries are fighting’
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Ronda Rousey is making her return to MMA on May 16 after nearly a decade away, facing Gina Carano in a highly anticipated matchup streamed live on Netflix.
- Rousey, who last fought in 2016 with a loss to Amanda Nunes, has since pursued careers in WWE and Hollywood but never officially retired from fighting.
- She expressed frustration over criticism regarding her age and combat readiness, comparing her situation to male fighters like Jon Jones who don’t face similar scrutiny.
- Rousey aims to rewrite her MMA legacy by returning on her own terms, seeking to recapture her love for the sport and end her fighting career positively.
- The comeback is intended as a one-time event, with Rousey prioritizing joy and personal fulfillment over external expectations.
