Ronda Rousey's Redemption: A Cautionary Tale of Burnout and Rebirth Ronda Rousey's return to the MMA ring after nearly a decade away has all the makings of a compelling underdog story.
The 39 year old former bantamweight UFC champion is set to face Gina Carano in an upcoming bout, a fight that promises to be as much about redemption as it is about competition.
Rousey's decision to return to fighting was motivated by a desire to reclaim her passion for the sport and redefine her legacy.