Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano to Face Off in Netflix MMA Super Fight

The long-awaited matchup between the two MMA legends will take place on May 16, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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After years of speculation, former UFC champions Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano have agreed to a highly anticipated MMA super fight, which will be streamed live on Netflix on May 16, 2026. The two pioneers of women's MMA will headline the special event at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, with tickets going on sale on March 5.

Why it matters

Rousey and Carano were two of the most dominant and influential figures in the early days of women's MMA, helping to pave the way for the sport's mainstream success. Their long-awaited matchup is a must-see event for MMA fans, showcasing the sport's growth and the enduring legacy of these two trailblazers.

The details

According to Carano, Rousey approached her about the fight, stating it had been her 'dream' to make it happen. Carano said she believes she will emerge victorious, but expects a tough challenge from Rousey, whom she thanked for 'opening up doors' for her in her career.

  • Tickets for Rousey vs. Carano will go on sale on March 5, 2026.
  • The fight will take place on May 16, 2026 at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

The players

Ronda Rousey

A former UFC women's bantamweight champion and one of the pioneers of women's MMA, helping to bring the sport into the mainstream.

Gina Carano

A former MMA fighter and actress, considered one of the first women to bring widespread attention to the sport of women's MMA.

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What they’re saying

“Ronda came to me and said there is only one person she would make a comeback for and it has been her dream to make this fight happen between us. She thanked me for opening up doors for her in her career and was respectful in asking for this fight to happen. This is an honor. I believe I will walk out of this fight with the win and I anticipate it will not come easy, which I welcome. This is as much for Ronda and me as it is for the fans and mixed martial arts community. What a time to be alive.”

— Gina Carano (Yahoo Sports)

What’s next

Tickets for the Rousey vs. Carano fight will go on sale on March 5, 2026 through Ticketmaster.com.

The takeaway

The highly anticipated matchup between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, two of the most influential figures in the early days of women's MMA, will finally come to fruition on May 16, 2026, streaming live on Netflix. This event represents the continued growth and mainstream acceptance of women's combat sports.