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Netflix is diving into mixed martial arts with its first-ever live MMA event, headlined by a long-awaited dream matchup between pioneers Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano on May 16 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.

The announcement, made Feb. 17, 2026, by Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) — Jake Paul’s combat sports company — and Netflix marks a major expansion for the streaming giant beyond its previous boxing ventures, such as the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson bout. The card will stream exclusively live on Netflix worldwide, with no pay-per-view required for subscribers.

Rousey (12-2, 9 submissions, 3 KOs), the former UFC women’s bantamweight champion and Olympic judo medalist, returns after a nearly 10-year retirement from MMA. Her last professional fight was a loss to Amanda Nunes in December 2016. Carano (7-1, 1 submission, 3 KOs), often credited as one of the earliest stars of women’s MMA through her Strikeforce bouts, has not competed professionally since 2009 but has remained active in training and acting.

The bout will be contested at featherweight (145 pounds) over five five-minute rounds inside a hexagon cage. Both fighters, now 39 (Rousey) and 43 (Carano), are un-retiring specifically for this superfight, billed as the biggest in women’s combat sports history.

“Been waiting so long to announce this: Me and Gina Carano are gonna throw down in the biggest super fight in women’s combat sport history,” Rousey said in a statement. “We’re partnering with the fighter-first promotion MVP as well as the biggest and baddest streamer on the planet Netflix. This is for all MMA fans past, present and future.”

Carano echoed the sentiment, noting Rousey approached her as the only opponent worth a comeback. The matchup, often discussed as a “what if” since the mid-2010s, arrives more than a decade after both were at their peaks.

The event is MVP’s inaugural MMA card, following its successes in boxing. Additional undercard fights will be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets go on sale March 5 via Ticketmaster, with a pre-sale signup already available. A press conference is scheduled for March 5 at the Intuit Dome, hosted by combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani.

Netflix promoted the fight aggressively on social media Feb. 17 with a video declaring “Two MMA legends are coming to Netflix. RONDA ROUSEY vs. GINA CARANO Saturday May 16 LIVE only on Netflix #RouseyCarano.” Fan reactions exploded across platforms, with excitement over the historic clash mixed with skepticism about ring rust — Carano’s 17-year absence and Rousey’s decade-long hiatus — and debates on competitiveness.

Some fans called it a “wild ride” and “dream fight,” while others joked about it being “10 years too late” or questioned outcomes. The announcement also drew attention to Carano’s controversial exit from “The Mandalorian” in 2021, with headlines noting Netflix’s move as an effective “un-canceling” for the actress-fighter.

The Intuit Dome, home to the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers, provides a modern venue for the event. Netflix’s live sports push continues to grow, capitalizing on massive viewership from prior combat events.

No undercard details or additional streaming requirements have been released beyond a standard Netflix subscription. The fight streams live May 16, with timing to be confirmed closer to the date.

This landmark card positions Netflix as a player in live MMA broadcasting, potentially setting the stage for more events if viewership proves strong.

Netflix’s psychological thriller limited series “His & Hers” has surged to the top of streaming charts since its Jan. 8, 2026, premiere, captivating audiences with its unreliable narrators, multiple twists and intense performances from leads Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal.

The six-episode series, an adaptation of Alice Feeney’s 2020 bestselling novel of the same name, follows estranged spouses Anna Andrews (Thompson), a once-prominent Atlanta news anchor returning to her small Georgia hometown of Dahlonega, and Jack Harper (Bernthal), the lead detective on a high-profile murder case. As Anna covers the story for her struggling career comeback, she and Jack each suspect the other of involvement in the killing of a wealthy local woman, leading to a tense battle of wits amid buried secrets from their shared past.

All episodes dropped simultaneously on Netflix, allowing viewers to binge the slow-burn suspense that builds to a shocking finale. The official trailer, released Dec. 11, 2025, teased the core conflict with the tagline “Two sides. One truth,” highlighting heated confrontations and the question of who is lying. Netflix promoted the series as a seductive mind game exploring trust, betrayal and small-town secrets.

Supporting cast includes Pablo Schreiber, Rebecca Rittenhouse as ambitious coworker Lexy Jones, Sunita Mani, Marin Ireland, Crystal Fox and Poppy Liu, adding layers to the ensemble of suspects and allies. Created by William Oldroyd (“Lady Macbeth”) and showrun by Dee Johnson (“ER”), the production emphasizes atmospheric tension in the sweltering Georgia setting.

Viewership has been explosive: Nielsen data for Jan. 12-18, 2026, showed “His & Hers” leading with 2.24 billion viewing minutes, dethroning “Stranger Things” from its seven-week No. 1 run. The series claimed the top spot on Netflix’s English TV list with 29.5 million views in its debut week, drawing praise for its bingeable pacing and star power.

Critics have offered mixed but engaged responses. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a 69% Tomatometer score based on reviews, with a 62% Popcornmeter from audiences. Some outlets hailed the chemistry between Thompson and Bernthal and the addictive twists, while others critiqued plot holes, overreliance on melodrama and handling of heavy themes like sexual assault and bullying. RogerEbert.com called it frustrating yet indicative of the thriller miniseries boom, while fans on social media and Reddit lauded it as a “wild ride” perfect for one-sitting viewing.

Thompson, who also executive produces, brings emotional depth to Anna’s unraveling life, while Bernthal’s intense portrayal of the rogue detective adds grit. The adaptation stays faithful to Feeney’s novel, preserving its unreliable perspectives and final revelations.
As a limited series, “His & Hers” concludes its story in one season, though its success has sparked discussions about potential anthology-style follow-ups in the thriller space. Netflix continues to invest heavily in book-to-screen adaptations, with “His & Hers” joining recent hits in the genre.

Fans can stream all six episodes exclusively on Netflix, rated TV-MA for mature themes, violence and language. With ongoing buzz nearly six weeks post-premiere, the series remains a dominant conversation piece in streaming entertainment.