Kayla Harrison, the reigning women's bantamweight champion, has been targeted by Ronda Rousey's recent criticism.
What happened?
Ronda Rousey has been vocal about her upcoming fight against Gina Carano, but also took shots at the UFC and Kayla Harrison.
Matt Brown shared his opinion on Rousey's comments, stating that Harrison isn't the champion by accident.
Why it matters for Kayla Harrison
Harrison is one of the most dominant fighters in the division, making it hard to believe Rousey can threaten her reign.
Brown said, "I don't think anyone's buying the schtick. Nobody believes that she's going to f*ck with Kayla Harrison if somehow that ever was to come to fruition."
What comes next?
Valentina Shevchenko compared the Rousey vs. Carano fight to a competition between iPhone 6 and iPhone 3GS, saying "Physical condition come and go, but technique will stay forever."
As of April 21, 2026, the UFC community is buzzing about the upcoming fight and Rousey's comments.
Harrison's skills and dominance in the division make her a force to be reckoned with.
The question remains whether Rousey can actually pose a threat to Harrison's reign.
Rousey's legacy is legendary, but her ability to step back into the world and threaten Harrison is a tough sell.
Brown's argument isn't just about the Rousey-Harrison angle, but also about the noise Rousey is making, which ultimately puts more eyes on the UFC.
The fight between Rousey and Carano is generating buzz across combat sports.
Shevchenko's comparison highlights the difference between the two fighters.
Harrison's reign as champion is well-deserved, and her skills are undeniable.
The UFC community is eager to see what's next for Harrison and the women's bantamweight division.