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Published 13:05 IST, November 21st 2023

Ronda Rousey makes her debut at ROH tapings amid AEW buzz, partners with longtime pal Marina Shafir

Former UFC and WWE Champion Ronda Rousey may find her way into the Ring of Honor, a historic wrestling brand now controlled by All Elite Wrestling.

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Ronda Rousey ahead of the match vs Shayna Baszler | Image: WWE
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Ever since her WWE departure, Ronda Rousey's question in the wrestling business has been a subject of debate. While being a top star for the show, she hasn't been able to showcase her true wrestling potential in the ring. Eventually, it was time for her to bid adieu to the promotion that gave her the spotlight and move on. Interestingly, it looks like Rousey has made her choice, and she has set foot into wrestling yet again after recently making her debut in another promotion.

Three things you need to know

  • Ronda Rousey has won five championships in WWE
  • Rousey is the only wrestler that has won UFC and WWE gold
  • Rowdy Ronda Rousey recently made her TV debut at a different wrestling promotion

Ronda Rousey debuts at Ring of Honor TV taping

In a fascinating turn of events, former UFC and WWE Champion Ronda Rousey could make her way into the Ring of Honor, a classic wrestling promotion now owned by All Elite Wrestling. She was the surprise partner of Marina Shafir as they went against ROH Women's Champion Athena and Billie Starkz during the ROH taping after a live broadcast of AEW Rampage. The match could be broadcasted on HonorClub.

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Earlier, Ronda Rousey and Marina Shafir faced Athena and Billie Starkz in a tag-team bout at the Wrestling REVOLVER: UNREAL event. It looks like Rousey is set to begin her journey outside of the WWE.

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Is Ronda Rousey AEW bound after WWE's departure?

Given the circumstances, it looks like Rousey is taking up the indie wrestler route after she showed up for Wrestling REVOLVER and ROH tapings. But it was reported that Ronda Rousey was backstage at Friday's AEW show, and she had her ring gear as well. Given the circumstances, since she made her debut at ROH, a division owned by AEW, it would make her available for both brands as well as the liberty to work for other promotions as well. It will be a big opportunity for the former UFC and WWE Champion.

13:05 IST, November 21st 2023