The stage is set for a historic night in combat sports as Most Valuable Promotions has officially unveiled the full fight card and bout order for the highly anticipated showdown between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano. This blockbuster event, headlining the first-ever MVP MMA card on Netflix, is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The main card will stream live on Netflix at 9 p.m. ET, while the prelims will air on Netflix's Tudum and the MVP YouTube page starting at 6 p.m. ET.
In the main event, two pioneers of women's MMA will finally collide. Ronda Rousey, the former UFC bantamweight champion and Olympic judo medalist, returns to the cage for the first time since 2016. After suffering consecutive knockout losses that abruptly ended her UFC tenure, Rousey is eager to shake off nearly a decade of ring rust and rewrite the final chapter of her storied career on a winning note. Facing her is Gina Carano, who steps into the octagon for the first time in 17 years. Carano, a trailblazer who headlined the first-ever women's MMA bout broadcast on network television, has focused on her acting career since her 2009 loss to Cris Cyborg in Strikeforce. Now, she's ready to reclaim her fighting legacy.
The co-main event has been upgraded to a welterweight clash between fan favorites Nate Diaz and Mike Perry. Originally slated as the third fight on the card, this matchup now takes center stage as the second-to-last bout of the night, promising fireworks from two of the sport's most unpredictable and durable warriors.
Just below them, former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou faces fellow UFC veteran Philipe Lins in a heavyweight showdown that could steal the show. Ngannou, known for his devastating knockout power, looks to continue his dominance outside the UFC, while Lins aims to prove he belongs among the elite.
The main card also features a lightweight bout between former two-division KSW champion Salahdine Parnasse and Kenneth Cross. Parnasse, a highly touted prospect making his U.S. debut, brings an impressive record and dynamic striking to the cage. Opening the main card is a heavyweight clash between former UFC champion Junior dos Santos and Robelis Despaigne, setting the tone for a night of high-stakes action.
The prelims kick off at 6 p.m. ET with a welterweight scrap between Namo Fazil and Jake Babian, rounding out a card that blends MMA royalty with rising stars. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the sport, this event is a must-watch for anyone who loves the thrill of combat.