In the WWE world, fans are not known for holding back, and Ronda Rousey’s recent remarks have provoked intense responses. The wrestler, who used to be an MMA fighter, has always been recognized for her fearlessness, but this time she may have gone too far with the loyal WWE fans.
During a recent interview, Rousey criticized former WWE head Vince McMahon, holding him responsible for the “intense pressure” during her time with WWE. Instead of gaining support, she has become a fan anger target.
A former UFC champion and Olympian, she appeared prepared to conquer the octagon. Vince McMahon guided Rousey to great achievements and helped her earn important accolades for her career. However, her journey in WWE was far from easy.
Rousey divided opinion
Her athleticism drew some admirers, but others found fault with her wrestling skills or attitude towards the sport. Her unexpected separation from ex-tag team partner Shayna Baszler intensified the situation, ultimately resulting in an unfortunate conclusion to her WWE career.
Even with her accomplishments, Rousey’s professional journey has been defined by conflict and negative feedback. She openly dislikes McMahon and doesn’t hesitate to hold him responsible for almost destroying her career. However, it was her most recent remarks that truly stirred up the WWE fan base.
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Fans responded in kind
Fans did not respond positively to Ronda Rousey’s attempt to attribute her WWE struggles to Vince McMahon. During a recent conversation with Chris Van Vleet, she expressed her sorrow over the final stages of her partnership with McMahon, stating that her levels of stress had risen “needlessly.” She voiced her irritation about being unaware of her struggle.
One fan wrote, “She blames herself for everything except her lack of talent,” while another quipped, “Her book sales were a flop?” The sentiment was clear — many WWE fans were tired of Rousey constantly complaining with her eyes and refusing to take responsibility for her inadequacies in the ring.
Comparisons to another polarizing figure in WWE, CM Punk, quickly emerged. “She’s CM Punk in 2014 lol. All negativity. See you in 10 years!” one fan joked, pointing out the similarities between Rousey’s current situation and Punk’s tumultuous departure from WWE a few years ago.
Is Ronda Rousey just a crybaby?
Ronda Rousey’s relationship with WWE fans has always been difficult. During her tenure, she frequently clashed with her audience, even calling them “ungrateful.” Her recent comments only strengthened the opinion of some that she was nothing more than a “crybaby.”
“Why is this crybaby doing all this crap this week? What is she trying to sell, a book?” asked one fan, apparently tired of Rousey’s whining. Another compared her to “ballast” on the WWE roster and was happy that she no longer occupies a place there.
The criticism continued
Supporters doubted her intentions and proposed that her criticisms towards McMahon were just a ploy to remain significant or promote products. Despite facing criticism, the lingering question is whether Ronda Rousey will eventually reconsider her choice to depart from WWE. Recent remarks indicate her continued fondness for professional wrestling, but whether this will prompt her return to the ring remains uncertain.
At the moment, Rousey appears satisfied with avoiding the WWE limelight, but as fans have noted, she has a talent for generating attention out of nowhere. Who can say if she will come back as a player or stay on the sidelines as an observer?
