Shockwaves after new boxing rumors
This week, unexpected reports about a possible boxing super fight between Ronda Rousey and Katie Taylor sparked intense reactions. Fans have wished for Rousey’s return to combat sports ever since she retired, even though her final UFC fights ended in disappointment. Few imagined a comeback in boxing, yet new reports suggested that Rousey held talks with Katie Taylor, widely considered the greatest female boxer of her generation. Taylor soon confirmed her strong interest in facing the former UFC bantamweight champion. Despite the growing buzz, Dana White shut down the rumors after UFC 323 and called the reported talks “complete nonsense,” which slowed the speculation.
Dan Hardy argues for a smarter matchup
With the Rousey-Taylor rumor dominating combat sports discussions, UFC legend Dan Hardy stepped in to offer his perspective. “It would be an awful idea, it would be terrible,” Hardy told Bloody Elbow in an exclusive interview. He agreed with most fans and pointed to a more logical option for Rousey. “I don’t see any value in it, and I don’t take the rumors seriously. Gina Carano is hitting pads again, and Carano versus Rousey makes far more sense. Katie Taylor in a boxing ring destroys Ronda.” Hardy added that matchups with Holly Holm or Cris Cyborg also make sense, although they still take place in the opponents’ preferred arenas.
Gina Carano’s training fuels new speculation
Former MMA fighter and current actress Gina Carano recently returned to training after several years away from the sport. The timing aligned almost exactly with the renewed speculation about Rousey’s future. After fans watched her pad work, many immediately viewed Carano as the most suitable opponent for a potential Rousey comeback. During their active careers, Carano and Rousey were close to meeting in the UFC, but a dispute with Dana White prevented Carano from signing with the organization.
