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Carano bout to 'smash' women's fight pay record - Rousey

Carano bout to 'smash' women's fight pay record - Rousey

Summary

Ronda Rousey will fight Gina Carano on Saturday at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. This fight is expected to set a new pay record for female fighters and is seen as an important moment for women's combat sports.

Key Facts

  • Ronda Rousey is making her first fight appearance in 10 years, having last competed in 2016.
  • Gina Carano, who last fought in 2009, is returning for this match.
  • The fight is at featherweight and will be part of Most Valuable Promotions’ debut MMA event, broadcast live on Netflix.
  • Rousey aims to break the record for the highest pay ever given to women in combat sports.
  • Rousey criticized UFC’s fighter pay and management but said she has no personal issue with UFC president Dana White.
  • Other notable fighters on the event include Francis Ngannou and Nate Diaz.
  • Carano has spoken about her mental health struggles and credits Rousey for helping her recover.
  • The event organizers hope this fight card will become the most watched MMA event ever.
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