'So stupid': Fighters react to Ronda Rousey's 17-second win vs. Gina Carano
Ronda Rousey made a brief but impactful return to MMA, defeating Gina Carano via 17-second armbar in a Netflix-streamed bout. The fight marked the sport's debut on Netflix and drew significant attention from fans and fighters alike. Despite the quick victory, Rousey is expected to return to retirement following the event.
- ▪Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano with a 17-second armbar submission.
- ▪The fight headlined MMA's debut event on Netflix.
- ▪Rousey earned her first victory since August 2015.
- ▪Many fighters and MMA figures publicly reacted to the high-profile matchup.
- ▪Rousey is reportedly returning to retirement after the fight.
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