Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano are both pioneers in women’s MMA, and their upcoming fight is generating significant excitement in the sports community. Rousey, who last fought in 2016, will return to the octagon on May 16, 2026, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. This highly anticipated matchup will be broadcast live on Netflix, allowing fans to witness a historic moment in women’s combat sports.
The fight will be contested at 145 pounds over five 5-minute rounds, adhering to the Unified Rules of MMA. Rousey boasts an impressive professional record of 12-2, while Carano holds a record of 7-1, making this clash a true super fight. Rousey expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “Me and Gina Carano are gonna throw down in the biggest super fight in women’s combat sport history!” This sentiment reflects the excitement surrounding the event.
In addition to the Rousey vs. Carano fight, the card features notable matchups including Nate Diaz taking on Mike Perry and Francis Ngannou facing Face Philipe Lins. However, the event has faced some challenges, as Lorenz Larkin recently withdrew from the fight card due to a knee injury. Larkin expressed his regret, saying, “I’m sorry to all the fans but I had to pull out of the Netflix card due to a knee injury.”
As the main card is set to start at 6 pm ET, fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an unforgettable night of fights. While the excitement builds, details remain unconfirmed regarding whether a replacement opponent will be sought for Jason Jackson following Larkin’s withdrawal. The MMA community is buzzing with anticipation as Rousey and Carano prepare to make history together.
