Ronda Rousey vowed she will avenge her stunning knockout loss to Holly Holm in UFC 193.
Kobe Bryant believes her.
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The five-time NBA champion told reporters Saturday that he spoke with Rousey after that loss. His message: "To be a true champion sometimes you have to get knocked down.'"
"I sent her several messages, so yes, we have touched base," Bryant told reporters. "That's what it's about. It's not about how you win.