What Happened To Ronda Rousey After She Left WWE?
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After a dominant run in UFC, Ronda Rousey made the move to WWE in early 2018. She was instantly thrust into the spotlight and became one of the top stars in the company. However, just over a year later, she abruptly left WWE. So, what happened?
Ronda Rousey’s WWE Career
Ronda Rousey was one of the most dominant forces in the UFC before she transitioned to WWE in 2018. She was the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion and had a 12-0 MMA record. She was one of the most popular UFC fighters and was considered one of the best female fighters in the world. When she made the move to WWE, many fans were excited to see her compete in the ring.
Her time in NXT
In August 2018, it was reported that Rousey had signed a full-time contract with WWE and was expected to make her in-ring debut at WrestleMania 34 the following year. She was assigned to WWE’s developmental brand NXT, where she trained under Sarah Logan and wrestled in live events.
At WrestleMania 34 on April 8, 2018, Rousey made her in-ring debut as part of a mixed tag team match. She teamed up with Kurt Angle to defeat Triple H and Stephanie McMahon. The following night on Raw, she officially joined the Raw roster and had a confrontation with Alexa Bliss, Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair and Mickie James, whom she then defeated in an impromptu match.
On the May 28 episode of Raw, Rousey defeated Jax to become the new Raw Women’s Champion, making her a champion in both major Mixed martial arts promotions and WWE.
Her time on the main roster
After her successful stint in NXT, Ronda Rousey was brought up to the main roster in early 2018. She made her debut at the Elimination Chamber pay-per-view, interrupting Asuka’s celebration after she won the inaugural women’s Elimination Chamber match. The following night on Raw, Rousey had a face-to-face confrontation with McMahon, Stephanie McMahon and Triple H. This led to a mixed tag team match at WrestleMania 34, which Rousey and Kurt Angle won against Triple H and McMahon.
Rousey then began a feud with Alexa Bliss, who won the Raw Women’s Championship from her at SummerSlam. The two had a rematch at Hell in a Cell, which Rousey won to become champion for the first time. She then held the title for 85 days, making her one of the longest reigning Raw Women’s Champions in WWE history, before losing it to Bliss at WrestleMania 35. After taking some time off for personal reasons, Rousey made her return to WWE television on the March 2 episode of Raw, where she announced that she was pregnant and would be taking another hiatus.
Her Departure From WWE
Ronda Rousey was a dominant force in the UFC before she made her way to WWE. She was undefeated in her UFC career and was the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion. She quickly became a fan favorite in WWE and was a part of some historic moments. However, she left WWE abruptly and has not been seen since. Let’s take a look at what could have happened.
Why she left
Ronda Rousey left WWE on good terms in order to pursue other opportunities, but did not rule out a return in the future.
In an emotional Instagram post, Rousey said that she needed time away from WWE to focus on her family.
“I love this business and whether you boo me or cheer me, I appreciate every single one of you,” she wrote. “But this is a choice I make for my family. I realize that PUT ME IN COMMITTEE is my real life now, and things will end up being remembered differently because of it.”
What she’s doing now
Ronda Rousey, after her departure from WWE, still wants to pursue a career in acting and has nabbed a role in the upcoming Kevin Hart film “Borderland.”
Rousey’s role in “Borderland” is that of a favorite wrestler who is killed in a car accident, which sets off a series of events for the characters played by Hart and Dave Bautista.
Her Legacy in WWE
Ronda Rousey made history when she became the first woman to sign a full-time WWE contract in 2018. She quickly became one of the most popular Superstars in WWE and was hailed as a game-changer for women’s wrestling. However, after just one year with WWE, Rousey shocked the world by announcing her departure from the company. Let’s take a look at what Rousey has been up to since leaving WWE.
Her accomplishments
Ronda Rousey is one of the most accomplished athletes in history. She is a former UFC champion and an Olympic medalist in Judo. She is also the first woman to be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame.
Rousey made her WWE debut at the 2018 Royal Rumble, and she quickly established herself as one of the top stars in the company. She won the WWE Raw Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 34, and she held the title for five months.
Rousey left WWE in 2019, but she remains one of the most popular Superstars in the company.
What she meant to WWE
Arguably the biggest and most influential woman in WWE today, Ronda Rousey changed the playing field for women when she made her surprise debut at the 2018 Royal Rumble. Not only did Rousey help legitimize WWE’s women’s division, but she also brought in a whole new audience of MMA and UFC fans.
Rousey was a dominant force in WWE, winning the Raw Women’s Championship on her first try at WrestleMania 34. She would go on to hold the title for 231 days, successfully defend it against all comers, and even main event two pay-per-views. In just one year, Rousey went from being a complete unknown in WWE to one of its biggest stars.
However, after losing the Raw Women’s Championship to Becky Lynch at WrestleMania 35, Rousey abruptly left WWE. There have been rumors and speculation as to why she left, but as of yet there has been no official word from Rousey or WWE. Given her huge impact on WWE, though, it’s safe to say that her legacy will be felt for years to come.