Ronda Rousey

Women's Bantamweight Division

STRIKING

Punch Power A

Punch Speed A

Kick Power B

Kick Speed A

Accuracy B

Strike Defense A

GRAPPLING

Takedowns S+

TD Defense B

Sub Defense C

Ground Game S+

PHYSICAL & TACTICAL

Stamina A

Chin A

Fight IQ B

Reach 65"

SIGNATURE

▸Armbar

▸Clinch Trip Takedown

▸Overhand Right

STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES

+Elite near-perfect grappling and takedown ability that ranks among the best in women's bantamweight history

−Below-average submission defense leaves her exposed if opponents gain dominant grappling position

+Well-rounded striking with high power and speed to pressure opponents on the feet before pursuing takedowns

−Mediocre striking defense opens her up to counter strikes when she overcommits to forward pressure

+Solid chin and high stamina allow her to sustain offensive pressure across full fight rounds

−Average fight IQ leads to slow in-fight adjustments when her initial takedown-focused game plan is negated

MATCHUPS

BESTHer best matchup is a striker-reliant fighter with poor takedown defense who cannot avoid being taken to the mat or defend her signature submission holds.

HARDHer hardest matchup is an elite counter striker with top-tier takedown defense who can keep the fight standing, exploit gaps in her striking defense, and avoid her grappling threat entirely.

Fighter Intel

B TIER ALL-ROUNDER SUB THREAT

Top Attributes

TakedownsGround GameChin

vs Division Average

Striking

-3

Grappling

Defense

-2

Physical

-4

Combat Profile

Ronda Rousey revolutionized women's MMA with her Olympic-level judo and her signature armbar finishes. Fighting out of Glendale Fighting Club, "Rowdy" famously overwhelmed opponents with her aggressive clinch work and judo trips to get the fight to the mat immediately. While her striking defense was exposed later in her career, her ability to transition from a throw to a submission remains legendary in the sport. She dominated the early UFC bantamweight scene with a ferocity that few have ever matched.

Tactical Advantage

Rousey exploits opponents who lack elite takedown defense or submission awareness by forcing clinches against the cage. She thrives against strikers who cannot keep the fight at range, using her judo grips to toss them to the canvas effortlessly. However, she struggles against technical boxers with strong takedown defense who can circle away and land counters as she charges in. Her game plan relies entirely on closing the distance quickly and imposing her will in the grappling exchanges.

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