Ronda Rousey Explains Controversial Final WWE Match
Ronda Rousey reveals why final WWE match was middle finger to fans
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Ronda Rousey revealed that her final WWE match against Shayna Baszler was a deliberate provocation to fans, serving as a farewell tribute to her MMA roots. As she prepares for an MMA return against Gina Carano, Rousey criticized her experience in WWE under Vince McMahon, noting improvements under Triple H's leadership.
- 01Rousey described her last WWE match as a tribute to MMA while giving a 'middle finger' to fans.
- 02She expressed regret for not experiencing WWE's improvements under Triple H's leadership.
- 03Rousey claimed working with Vince McMahon was challenging due to last-minute changes and anxiety.
- 04She will face Gina Carano in an MMA fight for Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions on Netflix.
- 05Rousey highlighted the turmoil within WWE during her second run, describing it as a 'sh*t show.'
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Ronda Rousey, the former UFC champion and WWE superstar, recently discussed her final WWE match against Shayna Baszler, which she characterized as a 'middle finger' to wrestling fans. In an interview with ClutchPoints, Rousey expressed that the match was a tribute to her MMA career and a fitting farewell. She stated, 'I love that fight being my [last] match... I wanted to give the big middle finger to all the fans on the way out.' Rousey, who is set to return to MMA against Gina Carano, criticized her experience in WWE, particularly under Vince McMahon, describing it as anxiety-inducing due to last-minute decisions. She noted that while she had heard things improved under Triple H's leadership, she did not get to experience those changes firsthand. Reflecting on her second WWE run, Rousey mentioned the internal struggles within the company, calling it a 'sh*t show.' As she prepares for her upcoming fight on Netflix, fans are eager to see how she performs against Carano.
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