Plot Synopsis

In her travels for ROWDY'S PLACES, former combat champion Ronda Rousey speaks with experts within the worlds of MMA, wrestling, boxing and so much more to uncover why combat sports have been a global sensation for a millennium. Episodes 1-6 dropped on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 on ESPN+:

"Rise of MMA": Ronda meets up with the heirs of the famed Gracie family, universally accredited with creating the discipline now known as MMA, and explores the history of UFC 1.

"On the Mat": Ronda meets up with former Olympic gold medalist and WWE superstar Kurt Angle, and explores how he rose to national stardom as one of the most charismatic personalities in professional wrestling.

"Kickboxing by the Bay": Ronda takes a trip to The American Kickboxing Academy in San Jose, California to talk with retired MMA star Daniel Cormier and reminisce about the gym's role in developing some of the world's greatest MMA fighters.

"Training with Champions:" Ronda visits Deer Lake, Pennsylvania and discusses the history of boxing with pro boxing Hall of Famer, Larry Holmes.

"Dropping the Gloves": Ronda meets up with former NHL standout, Tie Domi and explores the physical nature of hockey.

"A Dynasty in the Desert:" Ronda goes to Las Vegas to meet up with her former boss and UFC visionary, Dana White, to explore the rise of the biggest fight promotion in the world.