The relationship dynamics between former UFC fighter Brendan Schaub and MMA legend Ronda Rousey have resurfaced with the release of Rousey’s memoir, ‘Our Fight: A Memoir’. In the book, Rousey opens up about her past relationship with a UFC fighter, heavily implied to be Schaub, detailing the challenges she faced, particularly regarding mind games played by her ex-partner.
Rousey also candidly shares her feelings of satisfaction upon witnessing her now-husband, Travis Browne, knock out her ex during a fight, a clear reference to Schaub’s devastating first-round knockout loss to Browne in 2014.
In response to Rousey’s revelations, Schaub expressed bewilderment during a recent edition of The Fighter and The Kid podcast. While acknowledging their past relationship, Schaub questioned the timing of Rousey’s comments, given the significant time elapsed since their breakup. He denied accusations of mind games, attributing any issues to external factors rather than his actions.
However, Rousey’s account of the knockout took a surprising turn in another excerpt from her memoir, where she described Browne saying something to her knocked-out ex-boyfriend, purportedly conveying Rousey’s sentiment of “f**k you.” Yet, in a subsequent clarification during an episode of Steve-O’s Wild Ride! podcast, Rousey refrained from disclosing Browne’s exact words, only hinting at their intensity.
The saga surrounding Rousey, Schaub, and Browne offers a sneak peek into the complexities of past relationships within the MMA community, with emotions and sentiments resurfacing even years later. While Rousey’s memoir sheds light on her personal experiences, Schaub’s response highlights his perspective on the matter, ultimately leaving room for interpretation and reflection within the MMA community and beyond.
