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A long-awaited dream is finally becoming reality. Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano have dropped a bombshell for all UFC fans. The pioneers of punches, kicks, and submissions are coming back.
In an announcement that stunned their loyal followers, the news sparked excitement across the combat sports world. At last, fans will witness the long-anticipated showdown between two of the greatest figures in mixed martial arts.
The fight between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will arrive in spring 2026
Ronda Rousey's last fight came back in 2016, when she suffered a defeat to Amanda Nunes. For Gina Carano, her final bout dates even further back to 2009, also ending in a loss to Cris Cyborg.
Rousey is now 39 years old, while Carano is 43, and both remain widely regarded as iconic figures in the MMA community. Their influence was unique and helped pave the way for other women who wanted to follow in their footsteps.
Been waiting so long to announce this. Me and Gina Carano are gonna throw down in the biggest superfight in women's combat sport history, and we're partnering with the fighter-first promoter, MVP, as well as the baddest streamer on the planet, Netflix. This is for all MMA fans past, present, and future.
Rousey said about the upcoming fight between the legends. For her part, Carano stated:
Ronda came to me and said there is only one person she would make a comeback for, and it's been her dream to make this fight happen between us.
Details of the Rousey vs. Carano fight
The two fighters will meet in a five-round featherweight bout at 145 pounds at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles on May 16, 2026.
The event will be promoted by Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions and will be streamed globally on Netflix.
Rousey and Carano's numbers
Ronda Rousey may be considered the greatest female MMA fighter, although Gina Carano was the original pioneer of women's striking sports.
Ronda Rousey
- Professional record: 12 wins - 2 losses.
- Wins by KO/TKO: 3 (25%)
- Wins by submission: 9 (75%) - Note: All submissions were by armbar.
- Wins by decision: 0
Notable achievements
- First female champion in UFC history (bantamweight).
- Six successful UFC title defenses.
- Bronze medalist in judo at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
- Member of the UFC Hall of Fame.
Gina Carano
- Professional record: 7 wins - 1 loss.
- Wins by KO/TKO: 3 (43%)
- Wins by submission: 1 (14%)
- Wins by decision: 3 (43%)
Notable achievements
- Headlined the first major-scale women's main event (vs. Cris Cyborg in 2009).
- Undefeated 12-1-1 record in professional Muay Thai before transitioning to MMA.
A true pioneer who paved the way for Rousey's generation.