Ronda Rousey Criticizes Kayla Harrison: ‘She’s New, Stay Humble’
In a highly anticipated MMA showdown, Ronda Rousey is set to take on Gina Carano on May 16, 2026. This historic match will take place at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California, marking the first MMA fight to stream on Netflix.
Ronda Rousey’s Response to Kayla Harrison
In the lead-up to this event, UFC women’s Bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison criticized Rousey. Harrison dismissed the significance of Rousey’s return, referring to it as a non-event in light of Carano’s long absence from competition, stating, “How old is Gina? She hasn’t fought in 17 years.” Harrison expressed her disdain further, labeling Rousey as “f—king irrelevant.”
Rousey did not hold back in her response during the MVP MMA 1 press conference. She pointed out Harrison’s lack of charisma, saying, “She’s just sour because no matter what she does, she has the charisma of a wet towel.” Rousey suggested that Harrison was overshadowed by herself and Carano, stating, “The next time she wants to talk shit, she should look down at her feet and consider who paved the path she is walking on.”
Controversial Comments and Back-and-Forth
The clash escalated as Rousey addressed Harrison’s claims questioning her integrity regarding training. Rousey recounted her training in Judo in Canada and challenged Harrison’s authority to call her a liar. “Who the f—k are you to call me a liar?” Rousey exclaimed, emphasizing her long-standing reputation for honesty.
Rousey continued her tirade, reflecting on Harrison’s statements after winning her title. “She said, ‘Oh, I’m never gonna say anything bad about Ronda.’ How about you shut the f—k up and eat your groceries,” Rousey fired back.
Rousey’s Perspective on Women’s MMA
Rousey also questioned the financial aspects of women’s MMA, comparing their earnings. “If she thinks that her fight is the biggest women’s fight of all time, why is she getting paid less now than I was 10 years ago?” Rousey stated. She emphasized that the upcoming fight with Carano is not just significant for women’s MMA but is poised to be the biggest MMA fight overall, stating this fight will attract unprecedented viewership.
Rousey concluded with a powerful statement about ambition in the sport. “This is the biggest MMA fight of all time, and it was assembled by and will be headlined by two women who dared to dream big.”
Conclusion
The rivalry between Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison adds another layer of excitement to the upcoming matchup. As fans eagerly await May 16, the dynamics of this feud will undoubtedly keep the conversation buzzing in the MMA community.
