GamblingSites.org/news
February 15th, 2019
  • Home
  • Gambling Site Reviews
  • Sports Betting Guide
  • Online Casino Guide
  • Online Poker Guide
  • Daily Fantasy Sports
  • All
  • Sports
  • Daily Fantasy
  • Poker
  • Industry
  • Casino
  • Horse Racing
  • Esports

Ronda Rousey Joins WWE on Full-Time Contract

by Taylor Smith
on January 30, 2018
Share
Tweet
Ronda Rousey Joins WWE on Full-Time Contract

Former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey made a surprise appearance at WWE’s Royal Rumble on Sunday night in Philadelphia. Rousey emerged to the delight of the crowd immediately after the women’s Royal Rumble match, where it was revealed that she has signed a new full-time deal to join WWE.

In an interview with ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, Rousey said,

“This is my life now. First priority on my timeline for the next several years. This is not a smash-and-grab; this is not a publicity stunt. When I first met with Triple H, I told him, ‘There are other things I can do with my time that’ll make way more money, but I won’t enjoy nearly as much.’”

Rousey made her first WWE appearance after Asuka won the first women’s Royal Rumble match at the expense of Sasha Banks and the Bella Twins. After her victory, Asuka was given the choice between doing battle with either Alexa Bliss or Charlotte Flair, who had been sitting ringside to watch the previous match. Before she could do so, however, Joan Jett’s “Bad Reputation” blasted over the Wells Fargo Center loudspeakers, and Rousey emerged.

Rousey then went to the center of the ring in front of the raucous crowd to shake hands with Stephanie McMahon, thus sealing her deal to make the switch to professional wrestling.

Rousey added,

“I don’t have words at all. I’m like – this is the most overstimulated I’ve ever been in my life and…I’m just, like I’m still processing it. I’m so happy and I don’t have words for it – and I usually have words for everything. This never happened before.”

Rousey first became a noteworthy name after winning the bronze medal for judo at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, but she really burst into the mainstream in the world of ultimate fighting. She dominated each of her first 12 career matches in the bantamweight division in Strikeforce, and she went on to become the UFC women’s bantamweight champ.

Rousey quickly became arguably the most high-profile fighter in the world, going on to make numerous television and film appearances outside the octagon. While her profile continued to grow, however, her performance suffered a bit. Rousey lost each of her last 2 fights in dramatic fashion. She was upset by Holly Holm 3 years ago before falling at the hands of Amanda Nunes in 2016. The loss to Nunes caused Rousey to step away from MMA.

While the announcement on Sunday night was unexpected, Rousey has been linked with a potential WWE move in the past. She made a cameo appearance at WrestleMania 31 back in 2015. Rousey told Shelburne that wrestling is something she’s had an interest in doing since she was a kid. Rousey said, “It’s funny – it’s kind of like acting, in that it was something I always wanted to do but I never thought was in the cards for me.”

Rousey has appeared at other WWE events over the last few years, but this is the first time a legitimate deal has been announced. She’s certainly not the first athlete to make the jump from MMA to WWE. Brock Lesnar, Dan Severn, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Ken Shamrock are a few other notable names that have made the transition in the past.

Taylor Smith

Taylor Smith has been a staff writer with GamblingSites.org since early 2017. Taylor is primarily a sports writer, though he will occasionally dabble in other things like politics and entertainment betting. His primary specialties are writing about the NBA, Major League Baseball, NFL and domestic and international soccer. Fringe sports like golf and horse racing aren’t exactly his cup of tea, but he’s willing to take one for the team on that front every now and then.Taylor Smith


Leave your comment Cancel Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest News
Explaining the Paddy Power Betfair Tax Demand Battle
Explaining the Paddy Power Betfair Tax Demand Battle
February 15, 2019 by Kevin Oldroyd

One of the world’s biggest gambling companies is being hit with some majo...

Casino Revenue in New Jersey Surges in 2019
Casino Revenue in New Jersey Surges in 2019
February 15, 2019 by Kevin Oldroyd

New Jersey is having a solid start to 2019. Reports are coming out that cas...

Indiana Legislators Seriously Considering Sports Betting
Indiana Legislators Seriously Considering Sports Betting
February 15, 2019 by Rick Rockwell

Indiana’s gambling laws are under debate, and this could mean legal sport...

New Showtime Series on Sports Betting Announced
New Showtime Series on Sports Betting Announced action
February 15, 2019 by Kevin Oldroyd

Showtime Sports has released a new trailer for a docuseries on the sports g...

Latest Blog Articles
    WWE Elimination Chamber Betting Preview: Odds, Rumors, and Winners
    WWE Elimination Chamber Betting Preview: Odds, Rumors, and Winners
    On Sunday, February 17th, the WWE will be live from the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, for the 9th installment…
    The Ultimate 2019 Daytona 500 Betting Preview: Odds, Props, and Winner
    The Ultimate 2019 Daytona 500 Betting Preview: Odds, Props, and Winner
    On Sunday, February 17th, the 2019 NASCAR season gets underway with the 61st running of the Daytona 500, affectionately known…
    Prop Bet: Will the Lakers Fire Luke Walton This Season?
    Prop Bet: Will the Lakers Fire Luke Walton This Season?
    The Los Angeles Lakers are the most prestigious franchise in the NBA, and they are one of the more well-known…
    2019 NBA All-Star Game Selection Against the Spread
    2019 NBA All-Star Game Selection Against the Spread
    No professional All-Star Game is as competitive or as entertaining as the showcase put on by the NBA every year.…
Do not miss our Exclusive Offers and Promotions

Home | About Us | Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Disclaimer | Sitemap | Get Help

Copyright © 2019 GamblingSites.org. All Right Reserved.