Ronda Rousey stops Gina Carano with an armbar 17 seconds into their double comeback bout

Ronda Rousey returned to mixed martial arts after a 9.5-year absence to defeat Gina Carano via armbar in just 17 seconds on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Inglewood, California. The bout marked a double comeback for the two iconic fighters. Rousey, 39, stated this victory would be the epilogue to her MMA career, and she is retiring. Carano, 44, had not fought in 17 years. The fight was the first live MMA event on Netflix. Both fighters expressed mutual respect and shared a hug after the bout.

Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano in a highly anticipated comeback bout in Los Angeles. Rousey secured a submission victory with her signature armbar lock just 17 seconds into the featherweight fight. Both fighters are considered trailblazers in women's mixed martial arts, having significantly contributed to the sport's mainstream appeal over a decade ago. Carano, who had not fought since 2009, transitioned to an acting career, while Rousey retired from MMA in 2016 after a period of significant success. The nontitle bout reportedly offered a substantial payday for both combatants. This win marked Rousey's 10th submission victory in her MMA career.