Kayla Harrison Discusses Ronda Rousey's Legacy Ahead of UFC 334 Return

Kayla Harrison is scheduled to return to the Octagon at UFC 334 on November 14 to face Amanda Nunes. The two-time Olympic judo gold medalist spent the last year recovering from a neck injury that required surgery. During a recent podcast appearance, Harrison shared her views on the career of Ronda Rousey, acknowledging that she paved the way for female fighters but criticizing the level of competition Rousey faced during her initial tenure.

Harrison compared her own extensive judo background to Rousey's, noting that her own list of accolades includes multiple World Cup, Grand Prix, and World Championship titles. Despite the historical rivalry, a potential matchup remains unlikely. Rousey characterized her May appearance against Gina Carano as a one-time event, stating her intention to return to private life.