She Inspired Others
In 2007, Carano went beyond mentoring and served as an inspiration in a foundational way. Her notable MMA “Fight of the Night” against Julie Kedzie left a lasting impact, marking the first televised female fight on Showtime. Ronda “Rowdy” Rousey, the iconic fighter, credited this match as the reason for her return to MMA, highlighting Carano’s influential role in the sport.