Matt Brown, a former UFC fighter, criticized Ronda Rousey's return to combat sports, calling her victory over Gina Carano in a 2026 boxing match 'cringe from top to bottom.' Brown stated that the fight did not redeem Rousey's legacy after her back-to-back losses in the UFC in 2015 and 2016.
Rousey, who had not fought since a 2016 loss to Amanda Nunes, returned to face Carano in a boxing match on May 14, 2026, in Las Vegas. The fight ended with Rousey winning by TKO in the second round. Brown, speaking on a podcast, described Rousey as a 'narcissist' and said the fight was unnecessary.
Brown's comments reflect ongoing debate about Rousey's career and her decision to return after a decade. Carano, a former MMA fighter, had not competed since 2009. The event drew significant attention but mixed reactions from fans and analysts.
