UPDATE: Former UFC and WWE superstar Ronda Rousey has taken a notable jab at commentator and podcast host Joe Rogan during a live interview on the “Bertcast Podcast” with comedian Bert Kreischer. This recent exchange has ignited discussions in the sports community, highlighting Rousey’s strong opinions about Rogan’s credibility as an MMA expert.
In this episode, Kreischer lightheartedly suggested price points to entice Rousey back into the Octagon, sparking a playful banter. When Kreischer joked about training with Rogan for tips, Rousey swiftly dismissed Rogan’s expertise, stating, “He wouldn’t know. He’s not an expert. He’s a fan with an audience. Never fought … Taekwondo is not fighting.”
This latest development follows a strained relationship between Rousey and Rogan, which reportedly worsened after her losses to Amanda Nunes and Holly Holm. Rousey previously expressed feeling abandoned by Rogan and others within the MMA community, claiming they “turned” on her.
Rousey, who clinched an Olympic bronze medal in judo in 2008, made her mark in MMA by becoming the first women’s bantamweight champion and defending her title six times. She was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2018, solidifying her legacy in the sport.
Since her transition to WWE, Rousey has also enjoyed significant success, becoming a three-time women’s champion and a tag team champion before her departure from the company.
This candid moment on the podcast showcases Rousey’s continued boldness in the public eye and raises questions about the dynamics between past champions and media figures in the sports world.
With the podcast episode now receiving widespread attention, fans are eager to see how this exchange will impact future discussions in the MMA community and whether Rousey might consider a comeback to the Octagon.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
