MVP MMA will ‘absolutely’ continue Netflix partnership after buzzy debut with Rousey-Carano fight
MVP MMA plans to continue its partnership with Netflix following a successful debut event featuring Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano. Co-owner Nakisa Bidarian stated that Netflix was impressed with the event's viewership and energy. The organization is exploring collaborations with smaller promotions to expand its talent pool.
- ▪MVP MMA's partnership with Netflix is expected to grow after a successful debut event.
- ▪Netflix was pleased with the high viewership and energy during the Rousey-Carano fight.
- ▪MVP MMA is considering working with smaller promotions to access younger fighters.
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MMA exclusive details MVP MMA will ‘absolutely’ continue Netflix partnership after buzzy debut with Rousey-Carano fight By Erich Richter Published May 20, 2026, 4:31 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Expect to see much more of MMA on Netflix in the near future. Nakisa Bidarian, co-owner of MVP MMA with Jake Paul, told The Post on Wednesday that Netflix is “blown away” by the event, from the action to the pace and energy in the building. “[Netflix] was pleasantly surprised to see the viewership started very high, very early on. In boxing, you see a massive ramp ahead of the main event,” Bidarian added. 3 Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian will continue their Netflix MMA promotion, they tell The Post.
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