Ronda Rousey Takes A Swing At Ufc Pay – Defends Fighters Turning To Onlyfans

Ronda Rousey is not pulling any punches when it comes to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and its payment practices. Recently, Rousey, a UFC Hall of Famer and MMA trailblazer, has been vocal about the allegedly underwhelming compensation fighters receive from the promotion. She argues that this financial shortfall is driving athletes to platforms like OnlyFans to make ends meet.

During a lively press conference on Tuesday, March 10, Rousey didn't shy away from expressing her discontent. "It used to be that the UFC was the best place that you could come in combat sports to make a living and be paid fairly. Now, it's one of the worst places to go," Rousey asserted. "It’s why so many of their top athletes are going to find pay elsewhere. It’s why their champions, like Valentina [Shevchenko], are selling pictures of their ti****s on OnlyFans," she added. Rousey’s candid remarks shed light on a growing frustration among fighters seeking fair compensation.

"This company just got $7.7 billion. There's no reason they can’t afford to pay their athletes at least a living wage." – Ronda Rousey

Rousey is rallying behind her fellow fighters, advocating for improved pay and better living conditions. She emphasized that many athletes are struggling to support their families, living at poverty level despite dedicating themselves full-time to the sport. "They are bleeding talent because of their short-term greed. They are thinking about the next quarter. They are thinking about the shareholders," she stressed, pointing out the UFC's financial gain yet lack of support for its fighters. Her statement also comes in the wake of a public dispute involving Jon Jones and UFC CEO Dana White over pay issues, highlighting a broader concern within the organization.

Rousey's outspoken stance not only calls for a change but also shines a spotlight on the UFC's responsibility to nurture and fairly compensate its athletes. As the debate rages on, it's clear that Rousey's voice is one that refuses to be silenced.