Rousey (photo) is the UFC women's bantamweight champion. Photo: Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC
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UFC president, Dana White, once again highlighted the value of the bantamweight champion, Ronda Rousey, for the organization. The fighter will defend her belt again on July 5th, when she will face Alexis Davis in the co-main event of UFC 175 in Las Vegas.
According to White, the fight will only take place on this date at the request of the champion. “Ronda called me and said she wants to fight. Ronda is my new Chuck Liddell. She fights with anyone, at any time, anywhere”, highlighted the director, in a meeting with the press this Wednesday (16). “She wants to stay busy, keep fighting. If you tell her you can't fight, she'll tell you 'f*** you, I want to fight'. She would fight until being called up 24 hours in advance. She’s the new Chuck Liddell,” he concluded.
Retired in 2010, Chuck Liddell is one of the biggest names in UFC history. Known for his mohawk haircut, the North American starred in some of the most memorable episodes in Ultimate's history, including his victories over Tito Ortiz and the historic struggle against Wanderlei Silva, which also won. Liddell was light heavyweight champion between 2005 and 2007.
The fight with Davis will be Ronda's fourth appearance in the UFC. In her debut, in February 2013, she defeated Liz Carmouche via submission. In December, she also submitted her arch-rival Miesha Tate. His most recent fight was in February this year, when he won Sara McMann by technical knockout at UFC 170.
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