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Ronda Rousey Announces Retirement Due to Concussion History

The MMA and WWE star cites health concerns as the primary reason for stepping away from both sports.

  • Ronda Rousey has revealed that a history of concussions forced her into retirement from UFC and WWE.
  • Rousey, a UFC legend and pioneer in women's MMA, retired from mixed martial arts in 2016 after a 12-2 record.
  • She became the first woman signed by the UFC in 2012, making a significant impact in the sport.
  • After retiring from MMA, Rousey transitioned to WWE, where she achieved multiple championships before retiring in 2023.
  • Rousey's revelations came during an Instagram Live session, where she also promoted her upcoming memoir, 'Our Fight.'
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