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2023 is surely the season of comebacks. Jon Jones returned, Conor McGregor is expected to return, and now Ronda Rousey? To this day, Rousey remains one of the most influential female MMA fighters of all time. The 36-year-old ruled the UFC from 2013 to 2015, maintaining a dominant winning streak that many thought would go on forever.

However, after back-to-back losses against Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, ‘Rowdy’ decided to retire from MMA and move over to WWE. But now, rumors about her return are reaching the farthest corners of the MMA community. Recently, her former opponent Holly Holm discussed her return and the idea of a rematch. ‘The Preacher’s Daughter’ was not sold on the idea of Rousey lacing up her gloves again.

Holly Holm casts doubt on the return of Ronda Rousey

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Holly Holm expressed uncertainty, questioning whether Rousey’s potential comeback was just talk or a genuine intention. However, Holm recognized and acknowledged the significance of Rousey’s past accomplishments.

She said, “I don’t know if she’ll really come back. Who knows if it’s just talk? I know she’s a very competitive person. There’s a reason why she was an Olympian. There’s a reason why she was a champion for so long.”

The former boxing champion continued, “But I would absolutely re-do that fight, and at either weight. … I know she’s been pretty busy with her life. Whatever she wants to do, more power to her, but if she comes back, it would be great to fight again.”

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However, Holm is not the only contender game for a fight against the former UFC and Strikeforce champion.

Rousey receives a callout amid return speculations

During the media day for UFC on ESPN 49, UFC fighter Chelsea Chandler ignited rumors of Ronda Rousey’s potential return to the sport. Chandler shared that she had been hearing whispers of Rousey’s comeback, speculating that it might be at the 145-pound weight class.

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“I’ve been hearing Ronda is coming back. I’ve heard she’s coming back at 145. You never know,” she continued, “If I got out there and put on the performance I plan on putting (on), I’ll welcome her to 145. I think it would be a great fight.”

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