Former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey has asserted herself as the greatest mixed martial artist in the field, despite recent backlash from fans and experts on social media. She expressed frustration at not receiving the recognition she feels she deserves in the sport.
Rousey, a former bantamweight champion and Strikeforce titleholder, started her professional MMA career in 2016 but faced a defeat against Amanda Nunes, leading to the end of her competitive journey.
Rousey faced a setback in her career when she suffered a devastating loss to Holly Holm, causing her undefeated record to come to an end.
Rousey has since opened up about her decision to retire due to multiple concussions and neurological issues, expressing disappointment at not being acknowledged as the best in the history of her sport by her fans.
Ronda Rousey details her retirement from MMA
Moreover, Rousey expressed dismay at not being regarded as the greatest fighter of all time by fans and pundits.
Ronda Rousey elaborated on her retirement from MMA in a television appearance, stating, “I did it for the sport’s greater good.” She shared her sentiments about not receiving the recognition she believes she deserves.
“My mother always said, She doesn’t care if everyone knows she’s the best in the world, she just needs to know,” Ronda Rousey explained.
The former bantamweight champion and UFC trailblazer had notable victories over various opponents during her career.
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