What are Ronda Rousey's plans after victory in comeback fight?
Ronda Rousey made a swift comeback in her first professional MMA fight in a decade, defeating Gina Carano in just 17 seconds. Following the victory, Rousey hinted at potential future matchups with fighters like Holly Holm, Amanda Nunes, and Kayla Harrison. However, she also emphasized her focus on family, stating she plans to have more children and fulfill a promise to her husband.
- ▪Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano in 17 seconds in her first pro MMA fight since 2016.
- ▪MVP CEO Nakisa Bidarian said Rousey can pursue any fight she wants following her victory.
- ▪Rousey mentioned wanting to have more babies and said she promised her husband, Travis, this would be her final fight.
- ▪Rousey suggested possible rematches with Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, who previously defeated her.
- ▪The fight took place on a Netflix MMA card at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on May 16, 2026.
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