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MVP MMA event on Netflix struggles after Rousey vs. Carano

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

MVP MMA event on Netflix struggles after Rousey vs. Carano

Summary

The inaugural live MMA event on Netflix, featuring Ronda Rousey against Gina Carano, took place on May 16, 2026, in Inglewood, California. Despite strong viewership, the collaboration faces uncertainty as Netflix's stock plummets nearly 30%, leading to corporate restructuring and potential cuts. Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions aimed to revolutionize MMA broadcasting, but Netflix may only consider future events with major fights, such as a potential bout involving Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, which is currently impeded by Jones' contractual obligations with UFC. The challenges facing Netflix could limit MVP's efforts to establish a foothold in the MMA in the U.S.

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By the Numbers

•Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano was Netflix's first live MMA event.
•The event took place at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
•Rousey vs. Carano generated strong viewership numbers.
•Netflix's stock decline impacts its willingness to host more MMA events.
•Future MVP events may require marquee matchups to gain streaming interest.

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Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano was the first live MMA event to ever feature on Netflix. It may also be the last for quite some time. Jake Paul and Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) intended to disrupt the MMA world with their collaboration with the streaming giant, but Netflix has fallen on hard times. Its stock […]
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