Ronda Rousey shocked the MMA world by agreeing to defend her UFC title on short notice at UFC 193 in November 2014, a decision that ultimately marked the beginning of the end of her fighting career.
Rousey’s incredible journey will be showcased on Dark Side of the Cage this Wednesday, delving into the story of a true trailblazer in MMA – the first female star in the UFC and one of the highest-paid fighters in the sport’s history. But what led her to suddenly step away from the octagon?
In a sneak peek shared with MMA Fighting, former UFC stars Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Jake Ellenberger, along with Rousey’s longtime coach Edmond Tarverdyan, discuss the pivotal moment when Rousey accepted the challenge to face Holly Holm with a potential payout of $4.5 million on the line. Watch the clip below to learn more.
Following her defeat to Holm, Rousey experienced her first loss and endured one of the most memorable knockouts in UFC history.
Don’t miss the captivating “The Disappearance of Ronda Rousey” episode of Dark Side of the Cage airing this Wednesday at 10 p.m. ET on VICE TV.