Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano to Headline Netflix Live-Streamed MMA Event

The two women's MMA legends will face off for the first time in nearly two decades.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, two of the biggest names in women's MMA history, are set to headline a Netflix live-streamed event on May 16 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The fight will mark Rousey's return to competition after a nine-year hiatus and Carano's first fight in almost 17 years.

Why it matters

This highly anticipated matchup between Rousey and Carano, who were once considered the faces of women's MMA, is expected to draw a massive audience and generate significant interest in the sport. The fight could also have implications for the UFC, as Rousey has expressed a desire to 'make life hard' for the promotion.

The details

Rousey, 39, and Carano, 43, first discussed the idea of the fight following the success of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event, which also live-streamed on Netflix. Rousey believes the fight will be the 'best MMA fight they have ever seen,' as both women are determined to go all out and put on a show for the fans.

  • The Rousey vs. Carano fight will take place on May 16, 2026.
  • Rousey has not competed in MMA since 2017, while Carano's last fight was in 2009.

The players

Ronda Rousey

A former UFC women's bantamweight champion and one of the biggest stars in the history of women's MMA.

Gina Carano

A pioneer of women's MMA and one of the first women to gain mainstream popularity in the sport.

Most Valuable Promotions

The promotion company that is hosting the Rousey vs. Carano fight, which will be live-streamed on Netflix.

Jake Paul

A YouTuber-turned-boxer who recently competed in a high-profile fight against Mike Tyson, which also live-streamed on Netflix.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“She's going to go for it, and I'm going to go for it, and we're just going to let it fly and show everybody the best fight that they've ever seen. Not best women's fight, the best MMA fight they have ever seen.”

— Ronda Rousey (MVP UNCUT)

What’s next

The fight between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano is scheduled to take place on May 16, 2026 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The event will be live-streamed exclusively on Netflix.

The takeaway

The highly anticipated matchup between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, two of the most iconic figures in women's MMA history, is set to capture the attention of the sports world and could have significant implications for the future of the sport. The fight's live-streaming on Netflix also represents a new frontier for the promotion of major MMA events.