Former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey is shutting down rumors of an Octagon rematch with longtime rival Holly Holm.

Rousy fired back at Holm's recent comments about running back the pair's iconic 2015 fight.

While fans continue to debate a second bout between the two fighters, Rousey cooled expectations during a recent media appearance. The MMA pioneer made clear that her competitive fighting days are behind her despite making quick business of Netflix's Gina Carano fight last month. Her focus now is on her family and creative projects outside of sports.

Holm, for her part, recently expressed interest in revisiting their history in the ring. The current MMA fighter said she would gladly accept the challenge if her former foe decided to return to UFC competition.

The two altered the course of women's combat sports more than a decade ago, when Holm landed the knockout that snapped Rousey's historic undefeated streak.

"The whole reason why me beating her was such a big deal is because she was so dominant,” Holm said. “You have to have a dominant champion in order to have a big upset. So I have all the respect for her."

Still, the 18-time world champion wasn't shy when she issued her challenge to Rousey.

"I always have said since the minute the last fight was over, I’ll always rematch her," Holm continued. "That’s always been available. But she wanted to come back and have this win and go back and enjoy life. No hate from me. I hope she does well."

However, despite the box-office appeal of a sequel, Rousey says she's at peace with her professional legacy.

"I'm retired, A," Rousey told Up and Adams. "And B, I think that I am a completely different fighter now. I definitely have the ability and the opportunity to be able to f—cking clean her clock and rewrite all of that, but it's no longer important to me anymore."

Even with the door firmly shut, fans remain fascinated by the potential rematch. Ronda Rousey vs Holly Holm shattered pay-per-view records in 2015, and remains one of the sport's most iconic upsets.

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) issued an indefinite ban against two-time Olympic gold medalist and heavyweight champion Claressa Shields following a physical altercation with boxer Alycia Baumgardner on Saturday.

The incident occurred during MVP’s inaugural mixed martial arts event at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Both athletes attended the card as VIP guests, but tensions escalated inside an exclusive lounge, where a verbal argument quickly turned physical. Video captured online shows Shields striking Baumgardner across the face before security guards separated the pair.

MVP issued a strict statement on Monday evening, emphasizing its zero-tolerance policy regarding hostile or aggressive behavior. Company officials stated that physical violence outside of sanctioned competition is unacceptable.

As a result, Shields cannot attend any future MVP events.

"Effective immediately, Claressa Shields is banned from all MVP events until further notice," the statement reads. "There is a time and a place for fighter tension and banter, but to physically attack a fellow athlete while there as a guest inside a private VIP area is unacceptable."

The promotion thanked venue security for its swift intervention. They also commended Baumgardner for remaining calm and avoiding escalation during the dispute.

Alycia Baumgardner Speaks Out on Claressa Shields Altercation

Meanwhile, the fallout continues online.

Baumgardner released a statement on social media confirming she intends to handle the matter through legal channels. She characterized the physical contact as an unprovoked assault.

"The situation that occurred on Saturday was unprovoked and entirely consistent with the individual involved," Baumgardner wrote on X. "That conduct is unacceptable and should not be tolerated in any professional sport."

This latest confrontation stems from a long-running social media feud between the two stars over their respective boxing status. Shields has not yet issued a formal response to the ban or the potential lawsuit.

Claressa Shields is reinforcing her place at the top of women's boxing — both with her resume and her words.

The undisputed champion recently pushed back against fighters associated with Most Valuable Promotions Women (MVPW), questioning the level of competition and making clear she sees a gap between herself and the rest of the field.

"I have been dominant for 20 years," Shields said on social media. "A girl ain’t never gave me a run for my money, though. Not even close."

But her message didn't stop there, as she directly addressed ongoing comparisons, calling out the Jake Paul-backed organization.

"But what I'm going to say is this, you MVP b—tches, keep Claressa Shields name out your motherf—king mouth. All of ya'll! Ya'll suck."

Shields's frustration lay mostly with MVPW headliner Alycia Baumgardner, following Baumgardner's recent super featherweight win. 

"Quit saying my name," she continued. "Quit hating on me to make you look better because when you get in the ring and you fight, you don't look better… When you want to be on my level, you need to work a little bit harder."

Shields's confidence likely draws on her status atop the ESPN rankings.

Shields remains the No. 1 pound-for-pound women's boxer, a position she has held via dominance across multiple divisions. Her resume includes world titles in five weight classes and a historic run as the only boxer — men's or women's — to be undisputed in three divisions in the four-belt era. 

Riding a 17-0 record, she's additionally topped the heavyweight charts for years.

While MVPW and other promotional companies add to the women's boxing space by bringing in new audiences and building stars, Shields — a two-time Olympic gold medalist — still views herself as the sport's standard.

While Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano is still set for May 16th, the blockbuster MMA card has already taken an early hit.

Former UFC and Bellator veteran Lorenz Larkin withdrew from his scheduled welterweight bout against Jason Jackson due to a knee injury, removing one of the more notable fights from the undercard just weeks before the event.

Larkin announced the news on social media this week, confirming the injury and apologizing for the late change. His bout is one of 11 fights on the books before the main event at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.

However, despite the setback, the spotlight remains firmly on women's MMA stars Rousey and Carano.

The two MMA pioneers made their first public appearance together last month to promote the Netflix event. This marked a historic return for both fighters.

"There are no two people in this sport with more international name recognition than me and Gina. Except Conor [McGregor], but no one is going to sanction that," Rousey said.

Rousey, 39, last fought in 2016 before stepping away from MMA and starting a family. She said she proposed the matchup more than a year ago while pregnant, pinning her comeback on this specific matchup.

"This is the only fight I wanted to come back for, the only fight that can inspire me like that," Rousey said.

Carano, who turns 44 next month, has not competed since 2009. She was the first major women's MMA crossover star before transitioning into film and television, helping lay the foundation for the sport's growth.

Even with Larkin out, the card still carries major names. Francis Ngannou will face Philipe Lins, while Nate Diaz and Mike Perry will also square off. MVP and Netflix will move forward as planned, with a replacement for Jackson reportedly being explored.

How to Watch the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano Netflix MMA Fight

Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions is behind the fight, running in five five-minute rounds on May 16th on Netflix.

Junior flyweight boxer Isis Sio remains in a medically induced coma after suffering serious injuries during a first-round knockout loss on Saturday night.

Sio, 19, faced Jocelyn Camarillo in the opening bout of ProBoxTV's card in San Bernadino, California. Camarillo knocked Sio unconscious with a series of head shots just over a minute into the fight.

Medical personnel attended to Sio immediately after the fight ended with Sio seen convulsing as staff stretchered her out of the arena. Doctors subsequently transported her to Loma Linda University Health medical center for further treatment.

"On behalf of CEO Garry Jonas and the entire ProBox family we are praying for a speedy recovery for Isis Sio," ProBoxTV posted on social media Sunday.

"Ms. Sio is currently in a medically induced coma. Our thoughts are with her and her family at this very difficult time."

The knockout marked Sio's second consecutive loss by stoppage, after she suffered a knockout loss to body punches in January.

Camarillo (6-0) had never scored a knockout before stopping Sio in the first round. The loss dropped the teenage fighter's professional record to 1-3 after turning professional in September 2025.

Sio faced an undefeated opponent despite coming off a knockout loss and having limited pro experience.

ProBoxTV has not provided additional updates on Sio's condition since Sunday's announcement.

The UFC announced it will induct a 2020 bout between Weili Zhang and Joanna Jedrzejczyk into it Hall of Fame Fight Wing this summer, marking the first women's bout to receive the honor.

Zhang and Jedrzejczyk fought for the strawweight title in the co-main event of UFC 248 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The fight was later regarded as the greatest women's fight in MMA history.

"I knew this was going to be a badass fight and it absolutely delivered," UFC CEO Dana White said. "Congrats to Joanna and Weili on a fight that will always be remembered!"

In the ring, Zhang battered Jedrzejczyk with left hooks and straight rights. The Polish fighter countered with punching combinations and kicks. Jedrzejczyk developed a massive hematoma on her forehead that quickly became a lasting images.

The fighters combined for 351 significant strikes over 25 minutes — the most ever in a women's bout. Zhang eventually captured the split-decision victory.

Zhang and Jedrzejczyk later met in a rematch at UFC 275, with Zhang knocking her rival out with a spinning back fist in the second round. Jedrzejczyk retired after the loss.

Zhang currently competes in the UFC strawweight division, defending the title multiple times to remain one of UFC's top competitors.

The fight subsequently won several awards. Yahoo! Sports, The Athletic, CBS Sports, and others dubbed it the Fight of the Year.

"UFC 248 is one of the greatest fights I've ever seen," White added. "This fight was incredible."

Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano made their first public appearance together on Tuesday, promoting their May 16th comeback fight — marking a historic return for both MMA pioneers.

Speaking to the press, Rousey declared the upcoming Netflix matchup the biggest fight in mixed martial arts today.

"There are no two people in this sport with more international name recognition than me and Gina — except Conor [McGregor], but no one is going to sanction that," she said.

Carano, who turns 44 next month, hasn't competed since 2009. The former Strikeforce star became the first major women's MMA celebrity in the 2000s before transitioning to an entertainment career.

Rousey last fought in 2016 before having two children, with the 39-year-old proposing the matchup over a year ago while still pregnant. "This is the only fight I wanted to come back for, the only fight that can inspire me like that," she said.

Both fighters moved beyond the ring as the sport continued to accelerate, as Rousey convinced UFC to create women's divisions in the 2010s after Carano proved female fighters could draw audiences.

At the press conference, Rousey sharply criticized the UFC for offering far less money than she'll receive for May's MMA fight. She said she initially wanted to return on a UFC pay-per-view card, but rejected their proposal.

How to Watch the Gina Carano vs Ronda Rousey MMA Fight on Netflix

Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions is behind the May 15th Netflix fight, set to run in five five-minute rounds. Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou also appears on the card against Philipe Lins.

The Claressa Shields fight against Franchon Crews-Dezurn delivered on Sunday, as Shields retained her undisputed heavyweight title with a unanimous decision victory (100-90, 100-90, 100-90).

The fight came just one day after a viral brawl erupted at the weigh-in, as years of bad blood between the two fighters carried into the rematch.

In the ring, Crews-Dezurn opened with an aggressive onslaught in the early rounds, backing Shields into the ropes and attacked relentlessly. However, Shields adjusted to the pace and seized control of the bout.

The fight later shifted dramatically, as Crews-Dezurn's punches lost their power following her early blitz. She occupied the middle of the ring after abandoning movement and emptying her tank in the first half.

Shields showcased her undeniable speed and technical precision throughout the fight. She pitched a shutout on all three scorecards, improving her record to 18-0 with three knockouts. Crews-Dezurn fell to 10-3.

"I haven't seen a fight that exciting in women's boxing in a very long time, and I haven't been in one where a girl could rumble like that," Shields said afterwards. "I know the scorecards was 90 to 100, but I think she got me two rounds. I just don't know which two."

What's Next for Heavyweight Fighter Claressa Shields

Following this week's win, the champion targeted three potential opponents for her next bout.

She expressed willingness to drop to super middleweight to face Crews-Dezurn in a trilogy, while also mentioning taking on WBO and IBF champion Shadasia Green or unified super welterweight champion Mikaela Mayer.

Also on the agenda? A family.

"And then after that — what are we in 2026 right now?" she added, hugging her niece after the fight. "Like I said, this is my niece, this is not my child. But I want to have my own kids. So, in 2027, I think I want to take some time off and have my own kids."

US boxer Claressa Shields continues to stand alone, after the two-time Olympic gold medalist successfully defended her undisputed heavyweight crown with a dominant win over New Zealand fighter Lani Daniels by unanimous decision on Saturday.

"I hit Lani with some big shots," said Shields following the win. "I broke her to the body, I broke her down to the head — I mixed it up on her."

"Lani is just very, very tough, and I knew she would be tough just from watching her fights and I could tell she worked on her speed," Shields acknowledged afterwards. "She fought a hard fight."

With a 17-0 record, including three knockouts, Shields is the first boxer — man or woman — to achieve undisputed status in three weight classes.

"I'm ready for anyone. I want the biggest and best fights out there," said Shields. "I'm going to stay at heavyweight and hopefully get the big fights with Franchon Crews, Che Kenneally."

Even more, the ambitious 30-year-old is next targeting a fight with the undefeated Laila Ali, hoping to lure the 47-year-old out of retirement by putting up $15 million for the clash.

"Hopefully [Ali] saw the fight tonight and says, 'You know what? I think I can take her,'" said Shields. "So, hopefully she saw it tonight and tells us yes, but I just want to make the best fights and the biggest fights, and that's against whoever."

Undisputed super lightweight champion Katie Taylor defeated Amanda Serrano in the boxing legends' third-straight fight on Friday, winning the highly-anticipated rematch by majority decision.

In front of 19,721 fans in Madison Square Garden, Taylor capped the pair's rivalry just over three years after meeting in the first-ever women's headliner fight at the iconic New York venue.

"I can't believe that this is my life," said Taylor after the clash. "I'm headlining the show at Madison Square Garden. I'm looking back on the whole journey. What an absolute, what an amazing life. These are nights that I dreamed of as a kid and sitting here again as a winner. I'm so happy, so grateful."

While the 39-year-old Irishwoman retained her world championship titles in the bout, Taylor had to battle as the 36-year-old Puerto Rican, who holds world titles in over four weight classes, kept the 30 rounds tight.

While Taylor ultimately took home top honors, Most Valuable Promotions co-founder and CEO Nakisa Bidarian, whose company presented the Friday event, made it clear that "Nobody lost tonight."

The night's biggest winner was the sport itself, as Taylor and Serrano's third and final contest led an all-women's card with 17 world titles on the table — a historic moment that Taylor does not take for granted.

"We created history together three times," Taylor said about Serrano. "My name will always be embedded with hers forever. I'm very, very happy about that."

"What we've been able to create over these last few years has been unbelievable," she continued. "It's amazing to have a rival like that in the sport. And this has brought [the world to] an event like this tonight, an all-female card, because of what myself and Amanda have been able to do to produce over the last few years."