Ronda Rousey’s ongoing dispute with the UFC appears to be intensifying as she gears up for her return to mixed martial arts.
Despite her phenomenal rise to superstardom within the promotion, ‘Rowdy,’ widely regarded as one of MMA’s greatest female athletes, has maintained a strained relationship with her former employer in recent years. With her comeback approaching—initially rumored for the octagon—the 39-year-old is actively promoting her return, partly by criticizing the UFC.
Ronda Rousey’s highly anticipated comeback event promises to be a major spectacle for combat sports fans. Not only will it finally see her face Gina Carano after more than a decade of anticipation, but the card will also feature several other significant bouts.
Recently departed from the PFL, Francis Ngannou is set to collide with Philipe Lins in a five-round heavyweight clash. Both fighters are known for their knockout power, guaranteeing fireworks on May 16.
Adding to the excitement, Nate Diaz will also make his return on this card. Instead of signing with the UFC, Diaz joined Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions, where he will battle Mike Perry as part of the Rousey vs. Carano undercard, streaming exclusively on Netflix.
Following the news of the Diaz vs. Perry fight, Ronda Rousey escalated her verbal attacks on the UFC, specifically targeting its executive vice president and chief business officer, Hunter Campbell.
“Welcome to the revolution Nate Diaz [and] Mike Perry,” Rousey declared in a social media post. “It’s the FIGHTERS vs the establishment — and we’re gunna win! May 16th only on Netflix. P.S. Hunter Campbell pissed off the wrong b*tch, I’m coming for your job motherf***er.”
Hunter Campbell has gained a more prominent public profile recently, recognized as one of the most influential figures in the UFC’s daily operations. Reports suggest Campbell played a pivotal role in preventing Ronda Rousey’s return to the UFC, which reportedly ignited the ongoing conflict between the company and the MMA icon.