Many fans in the MMA community are thrilled to relive the moment when Amanda Nunes’ strong performance forced Ronda Rousey to retire. Everyone praised Nunes, and some speculated about her possible comeback to the UFC.
For context, after a hiatus of one year, Rousey returned to the octagon at UFC 207 to challenge Nunes for the bantamweight title. Unfortunately, the 37-year-old was unable to reclaim her title as she suffered a beatdown from Nunes, who went on to knock out Rousey with devastating strikes in the opening round.
This was Rousey’s final octagon appearance, as she announced her retirement from the sport in 2016 and became the first female fighter to be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2018.
MMA news outlet MMA On Point took to X and shared their fight clip, writing:
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”8 years ago, Amanda Nunes spoiled Ronda Rousey’s return. Rousey never returned to MMA after this fight and later retired from the sport. Nunes went on to win 9 more title fights after this one”
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Fans soon rushed to the comments section to share their reactions.
One fan wrote:
”Such a satisfying fight. Ronda was the ufcs darling and Amanda just stamped it out”
Another one stated:
”A*s whoopin of epic proportions.”
Other fans wrote:
”One of the most satisfying moments in UFC History!”
”One of the biggest mismatches in UFC history. Ronda was literally no threat standing up, was never gonna get close enough to use her judo. I felt second hand embarrassment watching this, honestly”
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Nunes is widely considered the greatest female fighter of all time. During her UFC career, the Brazilian made history by becoming the only female double champion.
Dana White discusses Amanda Nunes’ potential return
Amanda Nunes retired from MMA after defeating Irene Aldana at UFC 289 last year. However, Nunes may be persuaded to return to the UFC after her former opponent Julianna Pena called her out following her title victory at UFC 307.
Nunes then teased her return with a video of her dancing on social media. During a post-fight news conference for ‘Dana White‘s Contender Series, when Dana White was asked about ‘The Lioness‘ Instagram post. White replied:
”She [Nunes] looks good, she looks great, looks like she’s still in shape. So you know where her head’s at and I love that about her. There’s a lot of things I love about her, I love that about her. She is keeping an eye on who wins the title next and I think she’s teasing that she might be interested in coming back.”
Check out Dana White’s comments below (8:32):
Edited by Anurag Mitra
In a sport where legends are made and legacies are solidified, one moment stands out among the rest for fans of mixed martial arts. Eight years later, fans still cherish the night Amanda Nunes sent Ronda Rousey into retirement with an “a*s whooping of epic proportions.”
It was December 30, 2016, at UFC 207 when Nunes, the reigning bantamweight champion, faced off against Rousey, the former undefeated champion who had dominated the division for years. The hype leading up to the fight was immense, with many believing Rousey would once again reign supreme.
But Nunes had other plans. From the moment the fight began, Nunes unleashed a relentless onslaught of strikes that left Rousey reeling. With precision and power, Nunes landed blow after blow, eventually forcing the referee to step in and stop the fight just 48 seconds into the first round.
The victory was not just a win for Nunes, but a statement to the world that she was the best in the division. And for fans, it was a moment of pure catharsis – watching a fighter who had once seemed invincible brought down to earth by a superior opponent.
Eight years later, fans still remember that night with awe and admiration. It was a moment that defined Nunes’ career and solidified her as one of the greatest female fighters of all time. And for Rousey, it was a humbling end to a career that had once seemed unstoppable.
As we look back on that fateful night, we can’t help but marvel at the skill and determination of both fighters. And while Rousey may have retired from the sport, her legacy lives on in the hearts of fans who will never forget the epic battle that unfolded in the octagon that night.
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