Former WWE Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey has unequivocally ruled out a wrestling comeback, explaining that she has “no reason to go back” to WWE, citing a combination of behind-the-scenes chaos, unfulfilled creative plans, and her evolving personal life as key factors in her decision. In a candid interview with Raj Prashad of Uncrowned, Rousey revealed that while she once hoped to have a significant run alongside the WWE’s Four Horsewomen, that dream never materialized, and with time, her priorities have shifted away from the demanding WWE lifestyle[1][2][4].

A Chaotic and Stressful WWE Tenure

Rousey described her WWE experience as punctuated by “needless anxiety” and a chaotic environment backstage. According to her, the promotion under Vince McMahon was a tumultuous place behind the scenes during her tenure, contributing to her decision to step away in 2023 following her MMA Rules match loss to Shayna Baszler at SummerSlam[2][5]. She expressed frustration with how creative decisions were made, including a pointed comment about being booked against Alexa Bliss primarily because Bliss was the top merchandise seller, a situation Rousey found “ridiculous.” This remark sparked debate within the wrestling community, with some industry voices like Pete Rosenberg criticizing Rousey for publicly disparaging fellow WWE talent[3].

Unfulfilled Ambitions with the Four Horsewomen

A major disappointment for Rousey was never getting to work in a storyline with WWE’s Four Horsewomen of Wrestling — Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, Bayley, and Mercedes Moné — despite her desire to share the spotlight with them. Rousey leads her own MMA-based stable known as the Four Horsewomen (including Shayna Baszler, Jessamyn Duke, and Marina Shafir), but she distinguished these groups clearly, highlighting the missed opportunity for a crossover storyline that fans would have eagerly anticipated[1][2].

Family Comes First: No Place for WWE’s Rigorous Schedule

Rousey’s personal life has undergone a significant transformation since her WWE debut, now as a mother of two young daughters, with hopes for more children in the future. The grueling WWE travel schedule, which often involves weeks away on the road, is no longer compatible with her family commitments. She firmly stated, “I just don’t think I could ever be on the road with the company again. There’s just no room in my life to be able to maintain that lifestyle and a family at the same time.” This change underscores that her priorities have shifted beyond professional wrestling fame toward building a family life[1][2][4].

Closing the Door on WWE, But Leaving it Open for Fun

While Rousey admits she has accomplished everything she set out to do in WWE, she notes that if she were ever to return, it would only be for fun — to reunite with friends still in the business. Since many of those she was close to, including fellow Four Horsewomen and friends, have departed WWE, there is little incentive for her to consider rejoining the company any time soon[1][2].

Sources Close to Rousey Confirm No Return Plans

According to a WWE insider familiar with Rousey’s situation, the door was never closed by WWE — the company has always welcomed her back if she so chose. However, as one source put it, “Family and peace won out over wrestling. Ronda is happy with where she is now and has no professional or personal motivation to reenter WWE’s hectic environment.” This sentiment aligns closely with Rousey’s public declarations about her priorities and past experiences wrestling’s top sports entertainment company.

The Lasting Impact of Ronda Rousey in WWE

Despite her decision to walk away, Rousey’s WWE tenure remains impactful. She became a three-time WWE Women’s Champion and headlined major pay-per-view events, helping to elevate women’s wrestling in the mainstream. Her crossover appeal, stemming from her UFC stardom, brought unprecedented attention and credibility to WWE’s women’s division. Nonetheless, her frankness about WWE’s backstage politics and business decisions has sparked complex conversations about the wellness and treatment of female athletes in the industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Ronda Rousey “has no reason to return” to WWE, having already accomplished her goals and lost key friendships in the company[1][2].
• She found WWE behind the scenes to be a chaotic environment full of needless anxiety[4][5].
• Plans for a major storyline with WWE’s Four Horsewomen never came to fruition, which remains a creative regret[1][2].
• Rousey now prioritizes family life and cannot commit to the demanding WWE travel schedule as a mother of two daughters[1].
• Despite no active plans to return, WWE keeps the door open for her, though insiders suggest a comeback is unlikely[2].
• Her career left a significant mark on women’s wrestling, though her candid remarks about WWE booking and backstage politics continue to fuel debate[3].

This clear stance from one of WWE’s most talented and outspoken female stars marks a pivotal moment in understanding the challenges wrestlers face balancing career ambitions with personal well-being and family. Fans and industry insiders alike await to see if Rousey will ever reconsider, but for now, the “Baddest Woman on the Planet” is focused outside the squared circle.

Reported by a WWE correspondent, drawing on interviews from Uncrowned, Yahoo Sports, podcasts, and Wrestling news sources including Fightful and Sportskeeda.