What happened: Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey criticized ageism in women's MMA during a recent interview. She stated, 'It's not like my f*cking ovaries are fighting,' pushing back against concerns over female fighters' age. Rousey, retired since 2016, continues to comment on the sport.
MMA·April 23, 2026 09:09 AM ET
Rousey slams ageism in MMA: 'Ovaries aren't fighting'
Rousey rejects biology as MMA barrier.
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