Shayna Baszler: Fans Back Me in Rousey WWE Clash Because I'm Justified

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In the compelling world of WWE, Shayna Baszler has starkly shifted her stance about her former on-screen ally, Ronda Rousey, a move that the audience has fervently embraced. This intriguing development was reflected in a recent episode of "WWE's The Bump," where Baszler decoded the swift transition of fans' allegiance towards her.

Wrestling enthusiasts, she opined, possess an innate ability to discern authenticity. "Wrestling fans – sports fans in general – have an uncanny knack for detecting pretense. What's happening right now is genuinely intense and real for me.

That resonates with the fans; they connect with reality," Baszler elucidated.

"Baszler's Authenticity Wins Fans"

She likened the situation to a boxing bout, emphasizing that it isn't about designating heroes and villains.

Instead, it is a question of personal affinity. "In this scenario, fans are not required to unravel the threads of good and evil. They express their support for the contender who appeals to them most. As it turns out, I'm chosen since my words echo with authenticity.

Interestingly, my sentiments mirror the fans' lingering concerns since Ronda's recruitment," revealed Baszler. The brewing feud escalated when Baszler accused Rousey of lacking enthusiasm and passion for professional wrestling, fracturing their formidable tag team.

This unexpected rift in their alliance led to the loss of their much-coveted WWE Women's Tag Team Championship at the Money In The Bank event in London, England. Despite being the catalyst for the team's downfall, Baszler surprisingly found herself the recipient of the fans' support in the budding feud.

Behind the spotlights and soundstages, it's been reported that both Baszler and Rousey have been contemplating this feud for quite some time. With news of Rousey's impending hiatus, the rivalry was expedited. It's a well-known fact that Rousey credits Baszler with introducing her to professional wrestling.

As a result, their on-screen feud interestingly brings their off-screen friendship full circle, further blurring the lines between the ring and reality.