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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson offers his thoughts on the potential Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano fight

Hollywood star Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson was asked by UFC.com to discuss a variety of topics including Rousey vs. Carano, and whether he was interested in transitioning to MMA competition.

Michael N. Todaro

Hardly anybody has had the opportunity to work with arguably WMMA's two biggest stars, Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, whether in professional competition or in the entertainment business.  Dwayne ‘The Rock' Johnson is one of those few people, and was asked by UFC.com to offer his thoughts on the potential clash between the two stars.

"Come on, man, you can't ask me that," Johnson said. "That's like asking me, 'Hey, Rock, which side of your handsome face do you like better, left or right?' Obviously, it's impossible to answer. You see what I did there? Avoided that question like the Filipino clap and managed to drop a "handsome" line in."

Johnson divulged further into his thoughts on Rousey, who he believes has the ability to "achieve and move mountains."

"Ronda is one of a kind," said Johnson. "She's a champion with world-class drive and work ethic. And to be able to do what she's doing-the drive of being a champion and then balancing that with the drive of being equally as good on the big screen-that type of ambition requires capacity, and it's so cool to see her achieve and move mountains."

‘The Rock' began his entertainment work in the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), and while other wrestlers such as Brock Lesnar eventually transitioned in MMA, Johnson knew he would always simply be a supporter of the sport.

"I used to hear that voice a few years back, then I remembered I don't like getting punched in the face," said Johnson. "Kidding aside, I have boundless respect for MMA and the discipline it takes to become a champion. The best way I can honor the warriors is through my support."

Transcription taken from UFC.com.