Get ready for an epic comeback! Two legendary women of MMA, Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, are returning to the ring to headline Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions on May 16. This historic event promises to be a global MMA spectacle, and we can't wait to see the undercard fights that will accompany this highly anticipated main event.
Rousey and Carano, trailblazers in their own right, are coming out of retirement to showcase their skills once again. Rousey's last fight ended in a first-round knockout loss to Amanda Nunes at UFC 207, while Carano retired after a similar defeat to Cris Cyborg in 2009.
Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of MVP, emphasizes the uniqueness of Rousey's appeal: "She's a one-of-a-kind athlete. Who else has sold over 50,000 tickets and generated millions in pay-per-views? This matchup with Carano will captivate audiences worldwide."
But here's where it gets interesting: who else will be on the card? While no other fights have been announced yet, our experts have some fantasy matchups in mind, featuring all-time MMA legends.
Anderson Silva vs. Chris Weidman 3:
More than a decade after their UFC middleweight title battles in 2013, these former champions were set to meet in a boxing match last November. However, an injury to Weidman led to a substitute opponent, and Silva knocked out Tyron Woodley instead. A third fight between Silva and Weidman, with Weidman leading the series 2-0, would make for an intriguing co-main event. Despite Silva's age, he remains exceptional, and the chance to avenge his TKO losses to Weidman could be too tempting to pass up.
Brock Lesnar vs. Frank Mir 3:
For those who appreciate the classics, a rubber match between Lesnar and Mir could be a nostalgic treat. Their first fight, at UFC 81, saw Mir catch Lesnar in a kneebar, with a late stoppage by referee Steve Mazzagatti. The rematch at UFC 100 was a landmark event in UFC history. While a lot has changed, these two personalities remain as fiery as ever, and their rivalry would create captivating storylines leading up to a third encounter.
Nate Diaz vs. Anyone:
Diaz's presence on the card would be a draw in itself. His last fight, against Tony Ferguson, showcased all the iconic Diaz moves, and MMA fans have been missing his unique style. Diaz has expressed his readiness to fight again, naming potential opponents like Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, and Mike Perry. Perry, with his feisty persona, could create pre-fight fireworks. But if Perry isn't available, any worthy opponent would do. Jorge Masvidal or Gegard Mousasi, anyone? The important thing is to have "NATE DIAZ" emblazoned on the marquee, and the fans will follow.
