Ronda Rousey made a surprise appearance at AEW Revolution on March 15, 2026, in Los Angeles, confronting Toni Storm post-match and generating massive buzz online. Yet, despite this impactful moment, Fightful Select reports that the former WWE star hasn’t signed a contract with Tony Khan’s company. Apparently, the cameo came simply because the venue was local to her, and she had a positive past working relationship with Khan.
“Ronda Rousey made her pro wrestling return at AEW Revolution, with a surprise appearance to help Marina Shafir. In the days that followed, Fightful Select asked a number of AEW sources about her status with the company. Everyone we spoke to is of the belief that she isn’t signed to AEW. When asking about the appearance, it was noted that Rousey lives nearby and has a good relationship with AEW owner Tony Khan.” – Fightful Select
39-year-old Rousey went from the world of MMA to professional wrestling in 2018, debuting at WrestleMania 34 in a mixed tag match alongside Kurt Angle. This first run would culminate in her main-eventing WrestleMania 35, putting over Becky Lynch in the process. However, her second run would be far less memorable, and while she appeared briefly on the indies and Ring of Honor, her focus right now is her upcoming fight with Gina Carano ahead of any potential return to the wrestling ring.
