Overview

• UFC CEO Dana White said he speaks with Rousey regularly, confirmed she visited UFC offices in Las Vegas, and described her as 'freaking ripped' but uncertain about her plans.
• Rousey has posted recent gym footage and wrote that she is 'finding my love' for MMA again, adding 'never say never' when asked about fighting.
• Neither Rousey nor the UFC has announced a return, and there is no opponent, contract, or medical clearance on record.
• Ariel Helwani said he believes 'something is happening' with Rousey, noting her tone has shifted from past disinterest in MMA.
• Coverage links the speculation to the UFC’s 2026 White House event and the promotion’s new TV deal, though any matchup ideas remain unconfirmed.