It’s been a decade since Ronda Rousey dominated the UFC as its most feared champion, and nearly as long since her last MMA fight. Now, after an eight-year run in WWE that included a memorable Wrestlemania debut, the 39-year-old icon is stepping back into the cage—and her former tag team partner has no doubt she still carries that championship fire.

“She is the baddest woman on the planet,” said Kurt Angle, who teamed with Rousey at Wrestlemania in 2018 to defeat Triple H and Stephanie McMahon. “And hopefully she wins the fight. That would be a big bonus. But I don’t think it really matters. I think her legendary status will always be there, regardless of whether she wins or loses this fight.”

Rousey’s comeback fight is set for May 16 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, where she’ll face fellow MMA pioneer Gina Carano, 44, in a five-round main event. The bout—streamed live on Netflix—marks a historic return for both fighters, who helped put women’s MMA on the map more than a decade ago.

At a recent press conference in Inglewood, Rousey didn’t hold back, delivering candid remarks that blended sharp criticism of the UFC with a clear respect—and rivalry—for Carano. The tension between the two legends was palpable as they faced off, setting the stage for what promises to be one of the most anticipated fights in combat sports history.

For fans who remember Rousey’s relentless armbar finishes and her trailblazing path from Olympic judo to UFC stardom, this fight is more than a comeback—it’s a chance to witness a living legend remind the world why she was once called the baddest woman on the planet. Whether she wins or loses, her impact on the sport is already cemented. But if you’re looking to channel that same fighting spirit in your own training, the right gear can make all the difference.