"Finding my love for it again": Ronda Rousey shows glimpse of MMA training after years away

Ronda Rousey, once a top MMA star, is rediscovering her passion for fighting after nearly nine years away from the sport. After tough knockout losses in 2016, she retired due to health issues from repeated head injuries. Now, after having her second child in early 2025, Rousey is training again, posting videos that show her progress and hint at a possible return. Her updates spark excitement among fans eager for her next move.After giving birth in early 2025, Rousey started training to get back in shape, not planning to fight immediately. She shared a video comparing her punches from eight weeks postpartum to eight months later, showing clear improvement. “From 8 weeks after having a baby and 8 years of stepping away from MMA to 8 months postpartum and finding my love for it again,” she captioned. She added, “The first clip is my first session working with AJ Matthews. I was super self-conscious, embarrassed by how much I regressed, and honestly trying my very best not to pee my pants, throwing punches so soon after having baby Pā’ū.” Now, she enjoys training, saying, “Second clip was yesterday, I've never laughed or smiled so much on the mat as I do these days. The last 6 months have been an absolute blast. I feel like I have so much left to grow, and without the weight of the world on my shoulders, nothing is holding me back.” Fans are thrilled to see her happy and improving.Rumors suggest a fight with champion Kayla Harrison, as Rousey’s videos fuel talk of a comeback. Harrison hinted at a big matchup, saying, “After I whoop up on Amanda, I’m going to fight hopefully someone in particular at the White House, and I think it’s going to really play out nicely, it’s going to be sick.” She added, “I can’t say [who] yet because it’s not all in my control. Some things have to happen for this plan to happen, if that makes sense.” Rousey, however, has doubts about some events due to personal reasons.Also Read: "Don't want to get beat up": Tom Aspinall talks about mental pressure ahead of UFC 321 showdown with Ciryl GaneRousey has said a big offer could bring her back, but she’s firm about not fighting at certain venues. “I’m not fighting at the White House,” she stated on a podcast. “After Mike Tyson being in the biggest fight of the year, you never say never. But I ain’t fighting at the f***ing White House … I got better s**t to do. My kid needs pasta.” The UFC wants stars like her, Conor McGregor, and Jon Jones for major events. A good deal in 2026 might see her return on her terms. As a pioneer for women's MMA, her comeback would excite fans, especially against fighters like Harrison.Her journey inspires others, showing you can rediscover passion after setbacks. Fans await news as she shares her progress online. For now, she focuses on getting stronger and enjoying training. This new chapter highlights her resilience. Rousey’s story keeps the MMA world buzzing.