Combat sports legend Ronda Rousey opens up about her hidden concussion history and the controversial circumstances surrounding her retirement from MMA. Read about her shocking revelations and the impact of concussions on her career.
| Ronda Rousey reveals hidden concussion history
| Concealed concussions impacted her performance in the Holly Holm fight
| New book ‘Our Fight: A Memoir’ offers deeper insights into Rousey’s journey
| Controversial retirement and impact on potential return to MMA and professional wrestling
Ronda Rousey, the combat sports legend, recently shared shocking revelations about her hidden concussion history and the controversial circumstances surrounding her retirement from MMA. In a candid interview, Rousey discussed the impact of concussions on her career and addressed criticisms from her detractors. She revealed that she was concussed heading into her fight against Holly Holm and concealed her history of concussions from the UFC. Rousey’s new book, ‘Our Fight: A Memoir,’ offers a deeper understanding of her journey and has garnered praise from veteran MMA fighters. However, her revelations may have jeopardized any potential return to MMA or professional wrestling competition.
Ronda Rousey Opens Up About Her Concussion History
Combat sports legend Ronda Rousey has recently shared shocking revelations about her hidden concussion history and the controversial circumstances surrounding her retirement from MMA. In a candid interview on the Not Alone podcast, Rousey discussed the impact of concussions on her career and addressed criticisms from her detractors.
Rousey, who suffered a devastating loss to Holly Holm at UFC 193 in 2015, revealed that she was concussed heading into the fight. She admitted to concealing her history of concussions from the UFC out of fear that it would prevent her from competing. The former UFC women’s bantamweight champion also disclosed that she was dealing with significant neurological damage at the time of the Holm matchup.
The repercussions of Rousey’s concealed concussions were evident in her performance against Holm. She described being out on her feet throughout the fight, struggling with cognitive function, and unable to think or judge distance properly. Despite her efforts to hide her injuries, Rousey’s performance led many to question her abilities and label her a fraud.
In her new book, ‘Our Fight: A Memoir,’ released on April 2, 2024, Rousey further delves into her concussion history and the challenges she faced in both MMA and the WWE. The book has garnered praise from veteran MMA fighters and offers a deeper understanding of Rousey’s journey.
While Rousey achieved success in the WWE, capturing multiple singles world championships and tag team titles, her revelations about her concussion history may have jeopardized any potential return to MMA or professional wrestling competition. The controversial circumstances surrounding her retirement and the impact of concussions on her career have sparked intense discussions within the combat sports community.
Ronda Rousey’s story serves as a reminder of the hidden struggles that athletes face and the importance of addressing and prioritizing their health and well-being.
