The highly anticipated showdown between women’s MMA pioneers Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano is now officially set after both stars successfully made weight at the official MVP MMA weigh-ins in Los Angeles. Fans around the world are eagerly waiting for the historic main event, which marks the return of two of the biggest names in women’s combat sports.
The weigh-ins created major excitement as Rousey stepped onto the scale for the first time since her final UFC appearance in 2016. The former UFC champion weighed in at 142 pounds, comfortably under the women’s featherweight non-title limit. Carano, making her first competitive MMA appearance since 2009, also looked in great condition and registered 141.4 pounds.
This legendary matchup has quickly become one of the most talked-about MMA events of 2026. The return of both fighters has generated massive interest from longtime MMA fans as well as newer audiences watching on Netflix through the first-ever MVP MMA showcase event.
Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano Weigh-In Results
| Fighter | Weight |
|---|---|
| Ronda Rousey | 142 lbs |
| Gina Carano | 141.4 lbs |
Both athletes made weight with ease, confirming that the main event is officially locked in for Saturday night.
Rousey enters the fight at 39 years old after spending years away from MMA competition while focusing on professional wrestling, acting, and family life. Despite the long layoff, she appeared confident and physically prepared during the weigh-in ceremony.
Carano, now 43, also impressed fans with her conditioning and composure. Often credited as one of the original faces of women’s MMA, Carano’s return adds a nostalgic and historic feel to the event.
Full MVP MMA Main Card Weigh-In Results
| Division | Matchup | Weights |
|---|---|---|
| Women’s Featherweight | Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano | 142 vs 141.4 |
| Welterweight | Nate Diaz vs Mike Perry | 168 vs 169.6 |
| Heavyweight | Francis Ngannou vs Philipe Lins | 257 vs 220.6 |
| Featherweight | Salahdine Parnasse vs Kenny Cross | 154.8 vs 155.4 |
| Heavyweight | Junior dos Santos vs Robelis Despaigne | 245.4 vs 258.8 |
The card also features several high-profile names including Nate Diaz, Francis Ngannou, and Junior dos Santos.
Preliminary Card Weigh-In Results
| Division | Matchup | Weights |
|---|---|---|
| Welterweight | Namo Fazil vs Jake Babian | 170.8 vs 171 |
| 130-pound Catchweight | Adriano Moraes vs Phumi Nkuta | 129 vs 129 |
| Welterweight | Jason Jackson vs Jeff Creighton | 170.8 vs 168.2 |
| Featherweight | David Mgoyan vs Albert Morales | 145.2 vs 143.8 |
| 130-pound Catchweight | Aline Pereira vs Jade Masson-Wong | 128 vs 129 |
| 165-pound Catchweight | Chris Avila vs Brandon Jenkins | 164 vs 164.2 |
With all eyes now focused on fight night, the successful weigh-ins have officially cleared the way for one of the biggest women’s MMA events in recent years. Fans are especially eager to see whether Rousey can make a victorious return after nearly a decade away, or if Carano can complete her own remarkable comeback story in Los Angeles.