Ronda Rousey is considering a return to competition in a historic boxing match

Ronda Rousey could return to combat sports, but not to the cages or WWE rings. According to reports from BoxingScene, the former UFC champion is in active negotiations to face Katie Taylor in a boxing match being prepared for the summer of 2026 in Las Vegas. It would be a generational clash between two of the most influential figures in women's sports of this century.

Taylor, with a record of 25-1 and 6 KOs, is a double undisputed champion and Olympic gold medalist, having defeated Amanda Serrano three times, the latest in July, accumulating six million views on Netflix. This figure explains why the platform is closely following this potential fight, with the idea of turning it into another globally significant event.

As for Rousey, this move would represent an unexpected turn in her career. The former bantamweight champion retired from MMA after losses to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, and later had a stint in WWE before stepping away from the rings this year. However, the training videos she has recently shared have raised alarms about a comeback, and this project with Taylor fits perfectly into that scenario.

Rousey worked intensively on her boxing under the guidance of Edmond Tarverdyan in Glendale. Her improvement in striking was evident in her recent fights, and a return focused solely on boxing would generate special interest for the audience. It is worth noting that the former WWE champion recently stated that she would not return to MMA or wrestling, but never ruled out another discipline.

Taylor, who is being honored this week at the WBC convention in Bangkok, did not want to reveal too much about her future, but made it clear that she is open to any challenge: "I am ready to fight anytime and accept any challenge. Any big name, any big fight... I am prepared for all."