3 Compelling Matchups For A Potential Ronda Rousey UFC Return (And 3 She Should Avoid)
1. Compelling: Miesha Tate III
Of all the fights that might lure Ronda Rousey back to the UFC, a trilogy bout with her hated rival Miesha "Cupcake" Tate has to be near the top of the list.
Tate officially retired back in 2016 but has publicly stated that she would be willing to return for a 3rd chance to take on Rousey.
As was documented on The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rousey vs. Team Tate, these two don't care for each other in the least. In fact, following her victory UFC 168, Rousey flat out refused to shake her defeated opponent's hand —in a move that was reminiscent of a 1980s pro wrestling villain.
Sure, the former Olympian has already defeated"Cupcake" twice. However, Tate was able to do something her rival couldn't - defeat Holly Holm. Tate's victory over Holm could be a great promotional tool for a potential 3rd meeting. Moreover, the fact that it's been over 2 years since either fighter has stepped inside the cage makes the matchup all the more intriguing.
If Ronda Rousey wanted to return against an opponent she knows she is at least capable of beating, then Miesha Tate would be a solid candidate.