Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano salary figures revealed: What every fighter earned for Netflix's MMA debut
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano headlined Netflix's debut live MMA event, with Rousey securing a first-round submission victory over Carano. The California State Athletic Commission disclosed their official purses, marking some of the highest disclosed paydays in recent women's MMA history. These figures do not include additional earnings from bonuses, sponsorships, or private agreements.
- ▪Ronda Rousey earned a $2,200,000 purse for her fight against Gina Carano on Netflix's MMA debut.
- ▪Gina Carano received a $1,050,000 purse for the bout, despite losing to Rousey.
- ▪The disclosed purses come from the California State Athletic Commission and do not reflect total earnings, which may include bonuses and private incentives.
- ▪Nakisa Bidarian is a co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions, the promotion behind the Netflix event.
- ▪Rousey and Carano sought opportunities outside the UFC to achieve their desired paydays for their comebacks.
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