Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano is now official, with Netflix announcing the matchup as a live event on Saturday, May 16.
Netflix posted: “Two MMA legends are coming to Netflix. RONDA ROUSEY vs. GINA CARANO Saturday May 16 LIVE only on Netflix.”
A press conference will be held on Thursday, March 5, at Intuit Dome.
Update: Fight results are in, and Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano by armbar submission in 15 seconds.
Rousey calls it the biggest women’s super fight
Rousey shared the news on social media and framed it as a major moment for women’s combat sports.
Rousey said: “Been waiting so long to announce this: Me and @ginacarano are gonna throw down in the biggest super fight in women’s combat sport history! And we’re partnering with the fighter-first promotion @MostVpromotions as well as the baddest streamer on the planet @netflix! This is for all MMA fans past, present and future. More to come… much more ;)”
Carano responds: “Looking forward to making this walk AGAIN!”
Carano also posted about the fight and hinted at a big-stage return.
Carano said: “Turn it up. 🔊 So blessed. Looking forward to making this walk AGAIN!”
Jake Paul involved
Jake Paul has also revealed he is involved with the fight, as he founded and owns MVP, also known as Most Valuable Promotions.
“Surreal moment. I started taking judo because of Ronda Rousey. Now I get to work with her and Gina Carano to bring MMA to Netflix. Here we go…@MostVpromotions,” Paul posted on X.
What we know so far
The announcement ties the event to Most Valuable Promotions and confirms Netflix will stream it live.
Promotional material for the event lists the venue as the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California, and describes it as a 5×5 professional MMA bout.
Date and streaming details
- Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano
- Saturday, May 16
- Live only on Netflix
- Venue: Intuit Dome, Los Angeles, California
- Press conference: Thursday, March 5, at Intuit Dome
