Gina Carano reveals she lost 100 pounds for Ronda Rousey fight
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Gina Carano shared an emotional message revealing she lost over 100 pounds since September 2024 in preparation for her MMA return against Ronda Rousey after nearly 17 years away from the cage.
- Carano weighed in at 141.4 pounds for the fight scheduled at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, headlining Most Valuable Promotions’ debut MMA event on Netflix.
- The fight marks Carano’s first MMA bout since 2009, when she lost to Cris Cyborg, ending her initial career with a 7-1 record before transitioning to acting.
- Carano expressed gratitude to Rousey for her patience during her weight loss journey and described the process as challenging but motivating, emphasizing her desire to continue improving her health and athleticism.
- Ronda Rousey weighed in at 142 pounds, and the matchup has generated significant attention due to both fighters' historical significance in women’s MMA.