Netflix is set to dive into the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) with an electrifying fight night featuring Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano. This much-anticipated event will take place on May 16 at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome. After their successful foray into boxing, this marks a significant expansion of Netflix’s live sports offerings.
Details of the Fight Night
The event will showcase Ronda Rousey versus Gina Carano, a matchup that promises to be a landmark in women’s combat sports. Rousey is a celebrated former UFC champion and Olympic medalist, holding a record of 12 victories, 2 losses with 9 wins by submission and 3 by knockout. Conversely, Carano is renowned for paving the way for women in MMA, featuring a professional record of 7 wins and 1 loss, with 1 submission and 3 knockouts to her name.
Commentary from the Fighters
Rousey expressed her excitement about the upcoming fight: “Been waiting so long to announce this. Gina and I are gonna throw down in the biggest superfight in women’s combat sport history.” Carano mirrored this sentiment, stating, “Ronda came to me and said there’s only one person she would make a comeback for, and it’s been her dream to make this fight happen between us.”
MMA’s Expansion on Netflix
This fight follows a successful boxing partnership between Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), which witnessed record-breaking viewership numbers. The memorable boxing match featuring Jake Paul and Mike Tyson attracted an astonishing 125 million viewers, establishing a new benchmark for streamed sporting events.
Event Logistics
Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano will air live on Netflix on May 16, with tickets available starting March 5. Gabe Spitzer, Vice President of Sports at Netflix, stated, “We wanted our first MMA event to be truly legendary. These are more than just athletes — they are generational stars.”
As excitement builds, fans eagerly await further announcements regarding additional bouts scheduled for the evening, promising a night of thrilling action that could redefine women’s sports entertainment.
