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Ronda Rousey Submits Gina Carano in 15 Seconds on Netflix Return

The lightning finish refocused attention on fighter pay under a Netflix event run by Jake Paul's promotion.

Overview

  • Rousey ended the comeback fight with her trademark armbar, an elbow lock that forced a tap in about 15 seconds.
  • The bout headlined the first MMA card from Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions and streamed live on Netflix.
  • Reported figures cited by CASC put Rousey's guaranteed purse at $2.2 million and Carano's at about $1 million.
  • Rousey said she does not plan to fight again and argued she would not have returned if UFC fighter pay were higher.
  • Many fans voiced frustration at the brief main event, while Carano, 44, said she wished the fight had lasted longer after a 17-year layoff.