MVP's Nakisa Bidarian On Rousey-Carano Viewership, Shields' Ban And PFL Co-Promotion
MVP Promotions, co-founded by Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, is making strides in the combat sports industry. The recent MVP MMA 1 event featuring Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano achieved significant viewership numbers, peaking at 17 million globally. Bidarian expressed interest in potential co-promotions with other organizations while addressing the aftermath of a controversial incident involving Claressa Shields.
- ▪MVP MMA 1 peaked at 17 million viewers on Netflix, with an average of 12.4 million globally.
- ▪Bidarian noted that the American viewership was particularly significant for the event's success.
- ▪MVP is open to co-promotions with organizations like PFL, RIZIN, ONE Championship, and KSW.
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InnovationGamingMVP's Nakisa Bidarian On Rousey-Carano Viewership, Shields' Ban And PFL Co-PromotionByBrian Mazique,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011.Follow AuthorMay 22, 2026, 03:07am EDTMay 22, 2026, 03:13am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 19: Nakisa Bidarian speaks after Jake Paul v Anthony Joshua at Kaseya Center on December 19, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images for Netflix)Getty Images for NetflixMVP Promotions is determined to be a player in combat sports — in boxing and MMA.
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