MVP MMA fight card predictions: Carano-Rousey, Diaz-Perry, Ngannou-Lins picks, best bets
MVP MMA is launching a high-profile fight card featuring matchups such as Gina Carano vs. Ronda Rousey, Francis Ngannou vs. Phillipe Lins, and Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry, streamed on Netflix. The event includes 11 fights, with most expected to end inside the distance, drawing attention from combat sports fans and bettors alike. Analysts provide betting predictions, highlighting potential outcomes and value wagers across the card.
- ▪Gina Carano faces Ronda Rousey in a highly anticipated bout, despite neither fighter having competed in MMA this decade.
- ▪Francis Ngannou is heavily favored to defeat Phillipe Lins by knockout, but there is value in betting on the fight to last over 4.5 minutes.
- ▪Nate Diaz, despite shifting odds, is expected to outperform Mike Perry in grappling and striking volume over five rounds.
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- ▪ Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry MVP MMA live blog — Yahoo Sports
- ▪ Rousey, Carano on weight for 1st MVP MMA card — ESPN — Top
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Betting MVP MMA fight card predictions: Carano-Rousey, Diaz-Perry, Ngannou-Lins picks, best bets By Erich Richter Published May 16, 2026, 10:00 a.m. ET Gina Carano faces Ronda Rousey in an MMA fight on Saturday. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. A little competition in the MMA space is good for everyone. MVP MMA is the latest promotion to dip its toes in combat sports with a card headlined by Gina Carrano vs. Ronda Rousey. There have been some fighters who have fallen out of the card, but it’s still a competitive slate loaded with talent, one of the best we’ve ever seen outside of the UFC.
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