Rousey approached White about the bout, but the UFC isn't involved in the May 16 event, leading to an unsuccessful proposal. White has previously expressed reluctance about matchmaking older fighters past their prime, a stance likely influencing the company's decision to stay out of the highly anticipated matchup.
Ronda Rousey's Gina Carano Fight Proposal to Dana White Failed
Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey told ESPN she reached out to Dana White about a potential fight with Gina Carano, but the proposal fell through.