Ronda Rousey criticizes Hunter Campbell after successful promotion debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 5:52 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Ronda Rousey continues her criticism of UFC's Chief Business Officer Hunter Campbell, following the success of the Most Valuable Promotions MMA event featuring Rousey and Gina Carano. The event reportedly attracted over 17 million viewers, leading Rousey to assert that the UFC has neglected female fighters and failed to recognize the marketability of veteran athletes. She suggests that Campbell's management style has allowed competitors like MVP to thrive, potentially reshaping the combat sports. Rousey's remarks coincide with a resurgence of interest in veteran fighters and crossover events in MMA.
- •Rousey resumed criticism of Campbell after MVP's debut event.
- •The MVP event featured Rousey vs. Carano as the main attraction.
- •Event viewership exceeded 17 million, indicating strong audience interest.
- •Rousey claims Campbell's management limits UFC's potential.
- •Success of MVP signals emerging competition in the MMA arena.
- 5:52 AMYahoo Sports — Ronda Rousey continues taking shots at Hunter Campbell
"Ronda Rousey believes the Ultimate Fighting Championship missed out on a major opportunity, singling out UFC Chief Business Officer Hunter Campbell in her criticism.
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