Netflix Unveils Stacked MMA Card Featuring UFC Legends, Former Champs, and Rising Stars
Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) has officially announced the complete fight card for the groundbreaking inaugural MMA event set to stream live on Netflix. The lineup promises an unforgettable night of fights, boasting an impressive roster of former champions and top contenders from promotions like the UFC, ONE Championship, Bellator, and Karate Combat.
Prepare for a night of high-octane action with these confirmed matchups:
- Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano (145 lbs.)
- Francis Ngannou vs. Philipe Lins (265 lbs.)
- Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry (170 lbs.)
- Salahdine Parnasse vs. Kenny Cross (145 lbs.)
- Junior dos Santos vs. Robelis Despaigne (265 lbs.)
- Muhammad Mokaev vs. Adriano Moraes (125 lbs.)
- Lorenz Larkin vs. Jason Jackson (170 lbs.)
- Namo Fazil vs. Jake Babian (170 lbs.)
- David Mgoyan vs. Albert Morales (145 lbs.)
- Aline Pereira vs. Jade Masson-Wong (130 lbs.)
- Chris Avila vs. TBA (165 lbs.)
Headlining the historic event is a highly anticipated clash between UFC icon Ronda Rousey and former Strikeforce champion Gina Carano, a matchup fans have dreamed of for years. The co-main event will feature lineal MMA heavyweight king Francis Ngannou, who takes on fellow UFC veteran Philipe Lins in what is sure to be a heavyweight slugfest. Also confirmed for the card, Stockton's own Nate Diaz will step into the cage against BKFC superstar Mike Perry, guaranteeing fireworks.
Among the newly unveiled bouts adding even more star power are a heavyweight showdown between former UFC champion Junior dos Santos and current Karate Combat titleholder Robelis Despaigne. Bellator's former welterweight king Jason Jackson will face off against the explosive Lorenz Larkin. Furthermore, former UFC standout Muhammad Mokaev is set to challenge former ONE Championship flyweight king Adriano Moraes in another colossal matchup that promises elite-level grappling and striking.
The card also features exciting prospects and notable names such as top French talent Salahdine Parnasse, who will meet Kenneth Cross. UFC champion Alex Pereira's sister, Aline Pereira, is also slated to compete, taking on Canada's Jade Masson-Wong.
Mark your calendars! The Netflix MMA event is scheduled to ignite on May 16. Don't miss this unprecedented night of combat sports!
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