Gina Carano Returns to MMA, Trains with Merab Dvalishvili for Ronda Rousey Fight

Former Strikeforce MMA sensation Gina Carano is actively preparing for her highly anticipated return to mixed martial arts, having recently trained with former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili. Carano is scheduled to face fellow former UFC champion Ronda Rousey, a matchup that marks a significant comeback for both fighters after prolonged periods of inactivity.

Carano shared her enthusiasm for training with Dvalishvili on social media, stating: "I’ve stood across some of the best actors in the world but to stand across a person like @merab.dvalishvili was electric. 😊 He was just teaching me a few of his dance moves. 😊❤️🙏 Thanks Coach @bigwoodmma702 for this special moment. Mixed martial artists are the most genuine people in the world. It’s an honor to be around you all again. ❤️" She further fueled excitement for the upcoming fight with Rousey, adding, "You never know, lightning could strike. ⚡"

The monumental bout, which was announced in February by Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions, is slated for May 16th at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. MMA fans worldwide will be able to stream the event exclusively on Netflix.

A press conference to promote the "Rousey vs. Carano" fight is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10th. Viewers can tune in to watch it streamed live on the YouTube channels of MVP and Netflix.

This high-profile clash brings two pioneers of women's MMA back into the spotlight. Carano's last professional fight dates back to 2009, where she suffered a loss to Cris Cyborg under the Strikeforce banner. Rousey, renowned as a former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion and WWE star, has not competed in MMA since her knockout loss to Amanda Nunes in 2016.