Ronda Rousey Slams UFC Champion Kayla Harrison Ahead of Return Fight
Former UFC star Ronda Rousey launched a scathing verbal attack on current women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison during a press conference for her upcoming bout against Gina Carano. Scheduled for May 16 under Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions and streamed on Netflix, the fight marks Rousey’s return after nearly a decade. Rousey responded to Harrison’s previous comments labeling her as irrelevant by asserting that she and Carano pioneered the sport, claiming Harrison possesses the charisma of a wet towel. She criticized Harrison’s upcoming title defense against Amanda Nunes for being relegated to a co-main event slot behind a men’s interim lightweight title fight. Rousey further argued that her matchup with Carano represents the biggest MMA fight in history, driven by fighter empowerment and superior revenue potential. The exchange also addressed personal disputes, with Rousey defending her past judo training narratives against Harrison’s accusations of fabrication. This heated confrontation highlights the growing tension between established UFC stars and new promotional ventures entering the mixed martial arts landscape.
Wire timeline
Ronda Rousey Slams UFC Champion Kayla Harrison Ahead of Return Fight
Former UFC star Ronda Rousey launched a scathing verbal attack on current women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison during a press conference for her upcoming bout against Gina Carano. Scheduled for May 16 under Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions and streamed on Netflix, the fight marks Rousey’s return after nearly a decade. Rousey responded to Harrison’s previous comments labeling her as irrelevant by asserting that she and Carano pioneered the sport, claiming Harrison possesses the charisma of a wet towel. She criticized Harrison’s upcoming title defense against Amanda Nunes for being relegated to a co-main event slot behind a men’s interim lightweight title fight. Rousey further argued that her matchup with Carano represents the biggest MMA fight in history, driven by fighter empowerment and superior revenue potential. The exchange also addressed personal disputes, with Rousey defending her past judo training narratives against Harrison’s accusations of fabrication. This heated confrontation highlights the growing tension between established UFC stars and new promotional ventures entering the mixed martial arts landscape.
independent