Dana White and Ariel Helwani Reflect on Ronda Rousey's UFC Career

Dana White, UFC CEO, claims Ronda Rousey's decline in MMA was due to the immense pressure of fame and her role in popularizing women's MMA, which hindered her development as a fighter. He praised her contributions and skills but argued that her responsibilities made it impossible to keep improving. However, MMA journalist Ariel Helwani refuted White's theory, stating that Rousey's losses were simply due to facing better fighters like Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes. Helwani emphasized that Rousey's achievements were significant, but her defeats and subsequent retirement were not unusual in the sport. Rousey herself has distanced from MMA, citing media scrutiny and fan expectations as factors in her departure. The discussion around her career remains contentious, with differing views on the reasons for her decline.