Ronda Rousey made a remarkable return to mixed martial arts on Saturday, submitting Gina Carano in just 17 seconds with her trademark armbar.The bout marked Rousey’s first fight in 10 years and Carano’s first in 17 years.

Both fighters are celebrated pioneers of women's MMA, with Rousey being an Olympic medallist and former UFC champion, and Carano known for her early influence on the sport.

The fight took place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, headlined by an event organised by YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and streamed live on Netflix.Rousey executed a swift takedown and transitioned from mount into an armbar, forcing Carano to tap immediately.Following the match, the two shared an emotional embrace, with Rousey praising Carano for inspiring her MMA career.Rousey suggested she may not return to fighting again, citing family considerations.Carano expressed satisfaction simply to compete, despite her disappointment in the outcome.

In the undercard, UFC veteran Nate Diaz was defeated by Mike Perry after sustaining significant facial cuts, while former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou achieved a first-round knockout against Philipe Lins, moving to 2-0 in his post-UFC MMA career.The event highlighted the return of iconic fighters and the ongoing interest in high-profile MMA bouts.