Trending Now - Rousey-carano Clash Draws 12.4 Million Viewers on Netflix
WHO:
ABC News - Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions organized the event.
MMA Fighting - Nakisa Bidarian is a co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions.
Deadline - Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano were the main fighters in the event.
Variety - The event was organized by Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).
WHAT:
MMA Fighting - The event is officially recognized as the most-watched MMA event ever in the United States.
MMA Fighting - The event generated one billion impressions across Netflix’s global social channels.
MMA Fighting - The event generated a $2.2 million live gate and one billion impressions across Netflix’s global social channels.
MMA Fighting - Ronda Rousey expressed her hope to exceed nine million viewers on Netflix prior to the event.
MMA Fighting - The event averaged 9.3 million viewers in the United States, with a peak of 11.6 million during the main event.
ABC News - The event attracted the most U.S. viewers in MMA history, with a peak of 11.6 million viewers in the U.S.
ABC News - The previous MMA record of 8.8 million viewers was set in 2011 for UFC on FOX 1.
ABC News - Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano with her signature armbar move just 17 seconds into the bout.
ABC News - Other featured bouts included Mike Perry defeating Nate Diaz by doctor's stoppage and Francis Ngannou knocking out Philipe Lins in the first round.
Sportskeeda - The event has officially shattered a record previously held by the UFC.
Deadline - The event drew 12.4 million Live + 1 viewers globally.
Variety - The average minute audience (AMA) for the event was approximately 12.4 million Live + 1 viewers globally.
Deadline - Viewership peaked at 17 million during the fight.
WHERE:
Deadline - The event was streamed on Netflix.
WHEN:
Deadline - The fight night event took place on a Saturday.
HOW:
Cageside Seats - Most Valuable Promotions is currently reviewing all strategic options to create a lasting impact within MMA with Netflix as a distribution partner.
Deadline - Viewership data was compiled from VideoAmp and internal numbers from Netflix.
Variety - Viewership statistics were derived from VideoAmp, G&G Closed Circuit Events, and Netflix data.
(UPDATED May 20, 2026 19:42 UTC)
Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions has organized an event that has officially become the most-watched MMA event ever in the United States, generating an impressive one billion impressions across Netflix’s global social channels. Co-founder Nakisa Bidarian is leading the charge as the company explores strategic options to create a lasting impact in the MMA landscape. With Netflix as a distribution partner, the potential for growth and engagement in the sport is significant.
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(UPDATED May 20, 2026 17:56 UTC)
A recent MMA event generated an impressive $2.2 million in live gate revenue and garnered one billion impressions across Netflix’s global social channels. Ronda Rousey had expressed her hope to exceed nine million viewers on Netflix before the event, and it turns out she surpassed that goal, as the event averaged 9.3 million viewers in the United States, peaking at 11.6 million during the main event. This remarkable viewership highlights the growing popularity of MMA and its significant impact on streaming platforms.
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(UPDATED May 20, 2026 13:52 UTC)
In a historic event for mixed martial arts, the latest fight card drew an astounding peak of 11.6 million viewers in the U.S., breaking the previous record of 8.8 million set in 2011. Ronda Rousey made a stunning comeback, defeating Gina Carano with her signature armbar just 17 seconds into the bout, while other notable fights included Mike Perry winning against Nate Diaz by doctor's stoppage and Francis Ngannou knocking out Philipe Lins in the first round. This record-breaking viewership highlights the growing popularity of MMA in the United States.
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(UPDATED May 20, 2026 06:20 UTC)
In a remarkable turn of events, a new sporting event has officially shattered a record that was previously held by the UFC. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the world of sports. Fans and athletes alike are buzzing with excitement over this groundbreaking moment.
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(UPDATED May 19, 2026 23:24 UTC)
In a highly anticipated fight night event organized by Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions, Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano faced off, drawing an impressive 12.4 million Live + 1 viewers globally. The event peaked at 17 million viewers during the fight, showcasing its massive popularity. Viewership statistics were compiled from sources including VideoAmp and internal data from Netflix, highlighting the event's significant reach.