In a twist few saw coming, Ronda Rousey is reportedly in talks to return to the combat sports world, but not in the Octagon or wrestling ring. Instead, Rousey’s return could be as a boxer.

Boxing Scene ’s Lance Pugmire reported Monday that Rousey and two-time undisputed women’s World Champion Katie Taylor are in ‘active’ negotiations for a 2026 fight in Las Vegas. No other details were provided other than a source noted Netflix — the same outlet that aired a rematch between Taylor and rival Amanda Serrano — is interested.

Rousey hasn’t fought professionally since getting knocked out in 48 seconds by all-timer Amanda Nunes in December 2016. That defeat was preceded by a second-round knockout loss to Holly Holm in November 2015. Rumors grew this year that she could return to UFC for a sp

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