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Ronda Rousey dismisses rematch interest with Holly Holm after latest win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Ronda Rousey dismisses rematch interest with Holly Holm after latest win

Summary

Ronda Rousey returned to competition with a victory over Gina Carano on May 16, 2026, at the inaugural MVP MMA event in Inglewood, California. Despite the win, Rousey stated she intends to retire again and took the opportunity to criticize Holly Holm, claiming she would easily defeat her in a rematch. Holm responded, asserting that Rousey has never shown a desire for a rematch and emphasizing her respect for Rousey as a former champion. Holm has not fought since an August 2024 loss to Kayla Harrison and recently lost a controversial decision in boxing. The dynamic between the two fighters continues to spark interest in the MMA community.

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•Rousey defeated Gina Carano on May 16, 2026.
•Rousey plans to retire again after her recent fight.
•Holm claims Rousey has never wanted a rematch.
•Holm last fought in August 2024 and has since returned to boxing.
•Their rivalry dates back to Holm's 2015 victory over Rousey.

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Smack-Talking Rousey ‘Doesn’t Want’ Holm Rematch

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It’s been over a decade since the high kick heard ‘round the world. In November 2015, Holly Holm picked apart and knocked out the previously undefeated Ronda Rousey, shaking up the sport in a shocking way. The two would never rematch, however, as Holm lost her title (in the worst business decision of all time?) […]
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