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Rousey Claims Holm Rematch Win, Announces Retirement, Faces Criticism

6/3/2026

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Rousey Challenges Holm

Ronda Rousey claimed she could beat Holly Holm in a rematch, citing Holm’s November 15, 2015 knockout.
Ronda Rousey noted her May victory over Gina Carano at MVP MMA 1 was a one-off before retiring to have children.
Matt Brown called Ronda Rousey her own worst enemy, described her comments as uninteresting and self-absorbed, predicted Holly Holm would likely win again, and said the remarks revive old animosity despite no fight occurring.

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Rousey Diagnosed

Ronda Rousey disclosed a cortical spreading depression diagnosis that contributed to her retirement.
She said the condition caused recurring concussions and prompted new medication before a possible return.
Holly Holm, 44, has returned to professional boxing, is set to fight Stephanie Han, and would accept a rematch with Rousey anytime.
Rousey’s comeback bout with Gina Carano took place at Jake Paul’s MVP promotion and later aired on Up and Adams.

History

Historical Context

After Dana White announced Ronda Rousey as the UFC’s first women’s bantamweight champion, she defended the title at UFC 157 on February 23 2013, beating Liz Carmouche and earning a $130,000 purse that helped draw a 10.5 million-viewer peak. The bout launched mainstream interest, a trajectory later altered by her 2015 knockout loss to Holly Holm and her 2018 Hall-of-Fame induction.

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Rousey Challenges Holm

Ronda Rousey claimed she could beat Holly Holm in a rematch, citing Holm’s November 15, 2015 knockout.
Ronda Rousey noted her May victory over Gina Carano at MVP MMA 1 was a one-off before retiring to have children.
Matt Brown called Ronda Rousey her own worst enemy, described her comments as uninteresting and self-absorbed, predicted Holly Holm would likely win again, and said the remarks revive old animosity despite no fight occurring.

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