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Rousey vs Carano MMA Event: Mokaev, Ngannou, Diaz on Undercard

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The highly anticipated MMA event featuring Ronda Rousey versus Gina Carano on 16 May in California will showcase a stacked undercard. Muhammad Mokaev returns to competition against Adriano Moraes in a flyweight bout after his UFC release last year. The 25-year-old British fighter, unbeaten in 17 matches, faces the Brazilian veteran who holds 21 wins in 27 fights.

Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions has assembled an impressive lineup for this landmark event. Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou will face Philipe Lins in a heavyweight contest, while Nate Diaz takes on Mike Perry in a welterweight bout. The card also features former UFC fighters including Lorenz Larkin, Robelis Despaigne, and Chris Avila.

This event represents a significant challenge to UFC dominance, with Rousey insisting she wants to "challenge the monolith the UFC has become." The former women's champion, who hasn't fought in 10 years following her retirement after consecutive losses, leads a roster that includes several ex-UFC fighters and free agents. The 11-bout card also features Junior dos Santos, Aline Pereira, and international champions from various promotions, making this a truly global MMA showcase.