Overview

• Rousey posted before-and-after pad-work clips, showing progress from eight weeks to eight months postpartum and crediting coach AJ Matthews for her recent training.
• In her caption, the 38-year-old described renewed enjoyment on the mats and wrote that she is "finding my love" for MMA again after years away from competition.
• On The Lapsed Fan podcast, Rousey said she is not fighting at the UFC’s planned White House event and added "never say never" regarding any future return.
• Speculation has centered on a potential bout with UFC bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison, who hinted at a "special" opponent, though no offers, medical clearances, or agreements have been reported.
• Commentary from figures such as Chael Sonnen and Al Iaquinta highlighted skepticism about a comeback given Rousey’s long layoff and prior concussion issues.