Ronda Rousey needed just 17 seconds to submit Gina Carano at MVP MMA 1 on May 16, 2026.
The event peaked at nearly 17 million global viewers, with Rousey announcing her retirement from competition again after the win.
What Did Matt Brown Say About Ronda Rousey?
Matt Brown, a retired UFC welterweight, slammed Rousey and the event on MMA Fighting's "The Fighter vs. The Writer" podcast.
Brown called Rousey a "narcissist" and said there were "no redeeming qualities" to her comeback.
He also stated that Rousey "maybe needs to go to therapy or something".
Why Did Matt Brown Call MVP MMA 1 'Cringe'?
Brown took aim at the matchmaking, feeling that most of the fights were massive mismatches.
The main event was his prime example, with Carano being 44 years old and not having fought in 17 years.
What Did Brown Say About How Rousey Promoted the Fight?
Brown didn't care for Rousey's persona during the promotion of the event, feeling that she was borrowing elements from her time in WWE.
He took issue with Rousey's public targeting of UFC chief business officer Hunter Campbell and her shots at current bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison.
Rousey's 17-second armbar finish was clean, but Brown made clear that the win did nothing to change his opinion of her.
The event's viewership was a success, with the triple main card averaging 12.4 million viewers globally.
Rousey could become one of the faces of MVP MMA, with the promotion reporting a $2.2 million live gate and a U.S. record audience.
Rousey has expressed interest in staying with Most Valuable Promotions in an executive capacity.
The numbers back up the platform's momentum, with MVP MMA seemingly here to stay despite criticism.