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The idea of returning to any professional sport after a break of nearly 17 years seems preposterous. Doing it in a sport as dangerous as mixed martial arts? Gina Carano realizes it seems like something that could — maybe should — only happen in the movies.

Tonight, on May 16, 2026, Ronda Rousey makes her MMA return after nearly a decade for her likely last fight against Gina Carano for Jake Paul's MVP and Netflix. Surprisingly, desp

Carano is widely considered the pioneer of women's MMA. The Strikeforce and Elite XC alum brought new eyes to women's MMA. She rode that popularity to an inaugural Strikeforce women's featherweight title fight. Carano faltered to Cyborg, one of the most dominant fighters of any gender, before retiring.

Gina Carano made history in just a few short fights. Her last bout was a headliner against Cris Cyborg, one of the most dangerous strikers in MMA history.

The upcoming Ronda Rousey-Gina Carano showdown is bringing together legends from various sports. During an open workout for the event in Los Angeles, former UFC star Nate Diaz met up with Pro Football Hall of Famer and Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Irvin for an embrace.