Ronda Rousey’s camp have hinted that she will make a UFC return in the imminent future.

That is the information held by UFC legend Chael Sonnen, who has claimed he has spoken to ‘Rowdy’ openly about a long-awaited comeback to the octagon.

'Rowdy' uploaded training footage of her in the cage, leaving MMA fans excited

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‘Rowdy’ uploaded training footage of her in the cage, leaving MMA fans excited

Rousey hasn’t fought in the UFC since 2016 where she was beaten by Amanda Nunes.

And she wasn’t expected to ever return having divulged that concussions have prevented her from competing in combat sports again.

But the rumour mill has heated up with Rousey returning to MMA gyms to train in recent weeks.

And Sonnen has suggested that after chatting to the former UFC star, she is eyeing a showdown with rising star Kayla Harrison.

He said on his YouTube channel: “Ronda Rousey, going to come back, and fight the winner of [Amanda Nunes vs. Kayla Harrison], as long as the winner is Kayla.

“Now this is a story, and let me tell you what part of this I can confirm. I can confirm the story came from Ronda.

“In this space, it’s always ‘Ronda’s camp, one of Ronda’s people. I understand those things. But it was.

“The absolute inner circle of Ronda has let it be known that she will take on the winner of Amanda and Kayla, as long as it’s Kayla.

“So in other words: ‘I’ll return to fight for the title, if Kayla needs an opponent, although that’s not how comebacks go.”

Sonnen went on on to add that he believes Rousey’s plan will collapse and she will not return.

Sonnen doesn't expect Rousey to return despite her alleged plan

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Sonnen doesn’t expect Rousey to return despite her alleged planCredit: Getty

Harrison signed for the UFC in 2024 after a dominant stint in the PFL, and is on a three-fight winning streak.

She beat Rousey’s former rival Holly Holm, Ketlen Viera before claiming the belt by beating Julianna Pena in June.

What are the chances of Ronda Rousey returning to the UFC?

Nunes has stated she wants to return and fight Harrison for the belt, with multiple dates being eyed.

And Harrison’s title win coincides with Rousey’s return to training, but it is unclear if it simply convenient timing.

But several of the UFCs biggest names including Jon Jones and Conor McGregor have one eye on a comeback in 2026, after Donald Trump announced plans for a UFC White House card.

For now Rousey appears content outside of the cage.

But the UFC’s first ever female Hall of Fame inductee could be welcomed with open arms by Dana White given her star power, if she is able to prove her fitness.