Overview
- Responding on The Joe Rogan Experience with guest Jeff Dye, Rogan called Rousey “a legend” and said he has “nothing but love and respect” for her.
- He said he understands her position as a fierce competitor — paraphrasing her view as “you never fought, you ain’t s—” — and added the remarks did not bother him.
- Rogan credited Rousey with making UFC women’s divisions possible and lauded her world-class judo and armbar as pioneering for the sport.
- He noted their friction traces to his commentary around her losses to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, including his public call for a long layoff after the head-kick knockout.
- Valentina Shevchenko publicly defended Rogan’s expertise during UFC 322 media week, and coverage highlighted fans largely praising Rogan’s measured response.