Chael Sonnen picks Gina Carano’s next opponent: ‘That’s the only possible direction’
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Gina Carano returned to MMA after a 17-year hiatus, losing to Ronda Rousey in 17 seconds at MVP MMA 1, which sparked criticism due to her seemingly indifferent reaction.
- Carano’s coach, John Wood, stated that she was actually "gutted" by the loss and is considering another fight, a perspective supported by MMA analyst Chael Sonnen.
- Sonnen emphasized that Carano’s genuine care and commitment are crucial for her to secure another fight, suggesting that her coach’s statement helps rebuild her narrative with fans and promoters.
- Sonnen proposed Holly Holm, the first fighter to defeat Rousey, as the most logical and compelling opponent for Carano’s potential comeback fight.
- While it remains uncertain if Carano will return to training or fighting, Sonnen believes that setting up a fight with Holm could reignite interest and provide a clear direction for her career moving forward.