Ronda Rousey Announces Comeback Fight Against Gina Carano in May 🥊

Published on February 18, 2026 | Translated from Spanish

Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey, a central figure in the growth of women's MMA, will return to competition. Her comeback, at 39 years old, is scheduled for May 16 at the new Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) promoter has officially announced the fight against another pioneer, Gina Carano, who hasn't fought since 2009.

Two MMA pioneers, Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, face off in the Intuit Dome ring, ready for the fight.

The Physical Engine and Technical Development After a Long-Term Comeback 💪

A comeback after eight years of inactivity for Carano and seven for Rousey raises technical questions. The preparation focuses on neuromuscular readaptation to high-intensity movements and managing training load to avoid injuries. Gym work is combined with tactical analysis to counter the evolution of leg work and modern striking, areas that were weak points exposed in Rousey's last defeats.

The MVP Formula: Resurrecting Rivalries with a Time Machine ⏳

MVP's strategy seems clear: digging up fights from a decade ago that generate nostalgia. If the algorithm follows this logic, we might soon see the announcement of Royce Gracie vs. Ken Shamrock III or a comeback from Mike Tyson... wait, that already happened. It's like in video game development, instead of creating new characters, they just release remasters of the classics. The question is whether bodies also have update patches.