Paramount+ And No PPV Points Killed Ronda Rousey Vs. Gina Carano In UFC
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Key Points:
- Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano announced a superfight set for May 16 on Netflix, partnering with Jake Paul and Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), marking a significant MMA event in 2026.
- Prior to this announcement, Rousey was in talks with UFC to return and reportedly was offered a record-breaking pay-per-view deal, potentially making more per buy than any fighter in history.
- The UFC's transition from ESPN+ to Paramount+ and the elimination of pay-per-view points altered the promotion’s willingness to offer lucrative contracts, leading to less favorable financial terms for Rousey and Carano.
- Rousey criticized UFC’s new streaming model, suggesting the promotion prefers to minimize spending rather than invest in the best
