Khamzat Chimaev Lashes Out At 'Ungrateful' Ronda Rousey Amid Ufc Pay Row

The heat is on in the world of mixed martial arts as UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev takes a bold jab at Ronda Rousey, amid her fiery feud with the UFC. The controversy was ignited by Rousey's recent criticisms of her former employer, as she prepares to re-enter the octagon.

Rousey, a trailblazer in women's MMA and the first-ever female UFC champion, is gearing up to face Gina Carano in Los Angeles under Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions. This exciting event will also feature big names like Francis Ngannou, Nate Diaz, and Mike Perry. However, it's Rousey's candid comments on fighter pay that have truly set the stage ablaze. "It’s why their champions like Valentina are selling pictures of their ti**ies on OnlyFans," Rousey remarked, highlighting what she perceives as a decline in fair compensation within the UFC.

"There never would have been Ronda Rousey without [the] UFC," Chimaev retorted on his YouTube channel. "I hate it, ungrateful. If they pay good or they don’t, who cares? When she was an Olympic champ, what did she make then? Zero."

As Rousey's words continue to resonate, Chimaev is also focused on his upcoming bout. The undefeated fighter is set to defend his middleweight title against Sean Strickland on May 9 at UFC 329 in Newark. The build-up to this clash has been intense, with the fighters kept apart to avoid any pre-fight fireworks. Chimaev, however, remains unfazed by the tension. "Honestly, I don’t think about that at all," he stated. "I’m just training for now. Whatever happens, happens. … I always picture victory, but only the Almighty knows how it will happen. By any means."

The debate over UFC fighter pay is far from over, and with personalities like Rousey and Chimaev adding fuel to the fire, it seems the conversation will continue to captivate fans and fighters alike.