MVP MMA Plans to Expand Netflix Partnership Following Successful Rousey-Carano Fight
MVP MMA will ‘absolutely’ continue Netflix partnership after buzzy debut with Rousey-Carano fight

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MVP MMA, co-owned by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, is set to continue its partnership with Netflix after a successful debut featuring Ronda Rousey. Netflix was impressed by the viewership and energy of the event, and MVP is exploring collaborations with smaller promotions to enhance its talent pool.
- 01MVP MMA's co-owner Nakisa Bidarian confirmed that Netflix was 'blown away' by the event's performance.
- 02MVP MMA is considering partnerships with smaller promotions like PFL, KSW, and ONE Championship to access younger fighters.
- 03Ronda Rousey's fight against Gina Carano ended with a 17-second submission, which Netflix executives viewed positively.
- 04Rousey's base purse for the fight was reported at $2.2 million, with indications she earned significantly more.
- 05The UFC previously negotiated with Netflix before signing a $7.7 billion rights deal with CBS and Paramount+.
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MVP MMA, co-owned by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, is poised to expand its partnership with Netflix following a successful debut event featuring Ronda Rousey against Gina Carano. Bidarian stated that Netflix was 'blown away' by the event's viewership and energy, indicating a strong potential for future collaborations. MVP MMA is currently exploring the structure of its ongoing relationship with Netflix, although no official deal has been finalized yet. The organization is also open to collaborating with smaller promotions such as the Professional Fighters League (PFL), KSW, and ONE Championship to enhance its talent pool without long-term commitments.
Ronda Rousey's quick victory over Carano, achieved in just 17 seconds, was well received by Netflix executives. Rousey, who reportedly earned a base purse of $2.2 million, is not driven by financial gain but rather by the desire to make a statement and redefine her narrative outside the UFC. Meanwhile, the UFC had previously engaged in negotiations with Netflix before securing a $7.7 billion rights deal with CBS and Paramount+, highlighting the competitive landscape of sports broadcasting rights.
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The continued partnership with Netflix could enhance the visibility and growth of MMA, attracting more viewers and potential fighters to the sport.
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