Netflix is streaming its first MMA fight on May 16
Source: Engadget
Netflix is streaming its very first live MMA fight on May 16. The bout features one‑time phenom Ronda Rousey and former actress‑fighter Gina Carano—both of whom have retired from competition (Rousey left MMA in 2016; Carano in 2009). The fight is a one‑night event, taking place inside a hexagon cage and streaming globally on Netflix. It is co‑hosted by Most Valuable Productions, a promotional company founded by Jake Paul.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Platform: Netflix (live streaming only)
- Venue: Hexagon cage (location not disclosed)
- Promoter: Most Valuable Productions (Jake Paul)
A LEGACY SHOWDOWN 🔥 #RouseyCarano
RONDA ROUSEY vs. GINA CARANO
Saturday May 16 – LIVE only on Netflix
Fighter Backgrounds
Ronda Rousey
- Former UFC champion and Olympic medalist
- MMA record: 12‑2
- Retired from MMA in 2016
Gina Carano
- Early pioneer of women’s MMA, debuting in 2006
- Retired from MMA in 2009
- Known for her role as Cara Dune on The Mandalorian
Controversy and Recent Developments
Carano’s tenure on The Mandalorian ended after a series of social‑media posts that mocked mask‑wearing during the COVID‑19 pandemic, alleged voter fraud in the 2020 election, and denigrated transgender people. The controversy escalated when she compared the backlash she faced to the persecution of Jewish people during the Holocaust, leading to her dismissal from the show.
Since then, Carano has partnered with Elon Musk to file a lawsuit against Disney over her firing.
Related News
- Netflix has previously streamed boxing matches, making MMA a natural next step for the platform.
- A new trailer for The Mandalorian and the upcoming Grogu movie has been released.
This article originally appeared on Engadget: Netflix is streaming its first MMA fight on May 16.