They may be involved in an onscreen rivalry, but Ronda Rousey’s real-life best friend Shayna Baszler has come to her defense ahead of their SummerSlam match against wrestling fans who say Rousey is checked out and doesn’t care about WWE and its women’s division.
Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Baszler responded to a question about why she thinks Rousey gets so much pushback from fans. Baszler said it’s been that way since they were fighting MMA and she followed Rousey over to WWE. She doesn’t know why, but it’s something they have gotten used to.
“People love hating Ronda. I think part of it also is Ronda honestly doesn’t care about her image. So she doesn’t care to like paint herself in a way. Everything for most people, especially when you’re a celebrity or whatever, everything, social media, is so curated,” Baszler said. “It’s not even like, I don’t know, it’s going to be interesting, 10 years after I retire, to come back on a podcast and like, talk about the things that went on behind the scenes.”
Baszler: Rousey Puts In The Work
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Baszler next explained how Rousey has worked to overcome obstacles in the ring. “Who else do you know that, first time she takes a DDT on TV, not so great. All of us have done stuff that like, I don’t know, didn’t turn out so great, we’re like, ‘ah, whatever. Stuff happens. Do it the next time.’ She calls a coach, pays them to come out, and drills this for three weeks straight and now she’s like, arguably, and when you look, she takes like the best DDT of anyone on the roster,” Baszler said.
Baszler questioned who else would do that, saying Rousey is so “unchecked out” that she’s obsessive. Baszler said that’s why her best friend became an Olympic athlete and how she became a dominant UFC champion. She said that Rousey does not do anything that she’s checked out of, and when she’s checked out, she is gone. Baszler also alluded to the fact Rousey has been fighting for the women in the back.
“I think it’s going to be cool 10 years after I retire or whatever to really tell some of these stories behind the scenes of the way she has fought for the women’s division,” Baszler said. Baszler and Rousey will end their feud in a “MMA Rules” match on SummerSlam at Ford Field in Detroit. It has been rumored Rousey will be leaving WWE after the match.
Despite the ongoing rivalry on screen, Ronda Rousey’s best friend Shayna Baszler has defended her against wrestling fans who claim that she is disengaged and indifferent towards WWE and the women’s division. Baszler recently spoke on Busted Open Radio, addressing the criticism that Rousey frequently receives from fans.
Baszler pointed out that the negative backlash towards Rousey is not a new phenomenon, dating back to their time in MMA and continuing into their WWE careers. She mentioned that Rousey’s indifference towards her public image may contribute to the criticism she faces, as she does not actively manage her persona on social media like many other celebrities do.
Discussing Rousey’s work ethic, Baszler highlighted the dedication and effort that Rousey puts into improving her in-ring performances. She emphasized a particular instance where Rousey sought out coaching after a less-than-perfect move on TV, showcasing her commitment to constantly bettering herself.
Baszler praised Rousey’s focus and determination, citing it as a key factor in her success as an Olympic athlete and UFC champion. She noted that Rousey is fully invested in everything she does and does not engage in activities that she is not passionate about.
Furthermore, Baszler hinted at Rousey’s behind-the-scenes advocacy for the women in the WWE locker room, suggesting that she has been a strong advocate for gender equality and opportunities for female wrestlers.
As they prepare to settle their feud in an “MMA Rules” match at SummerSlam, the future of Ronda Rousey’s WWE career remains uncertain. Speculation abounds that she may be departing from WWE following the event.
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Source: The Wall Street Journal
