Rousey's loss does not diminish her legacy, or footprint on sport

Having watched mixed martial arts for several years, I’ve seen many fighters fall at the hands of a better opponent.

That’s why I wasn’t too surprised when former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey lost to current titleholder Amanda Nunes in the first round of UFC 207 last Friday.

Rousey, who was heavily favored to win the fight, came to the octagon, seemingly ready to compete. Once the introductions were over the fight began, she produced little offense while taking some heavy punches from Nunes. At the 48 second mark, the referee stopped the fight. It wasn’t a record finish by an...