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  • EXCLUSIVE: Killer Kross Talks Upcoming Rousey And Carano Fight

    EXCLUSIVE: Killer Kross Talks Upcoming Rousey And Carano Fight

    Killer Kross Weighs In On Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano.

    Former WWE Superstar Killer Kross is looking ahead to one of the most anticipated potential matchups in combat sports, offering his thoughts on Ronda Rousey’s upcoming MMA fight against Gina Carano.

    Speaking in a recent interview with Bodyslam.net’s Kyle Collison, Kross shared his excitement for the clash between two of the most influential figures in women’s mixed martial arts.

    “I think it’s exciting. I mean, she has fans all over the world and pro wrestling and in mixed martial arts. I mean, she introduced MMA to people who never even watched MMA for the for the attraction of a dominant woman being showcased on all these cards and stuff like that. And of course, Gina Carano did as well. She was kind of the OG in my opinion. That was the fight everybody wanted to see it first. When they were in strike force, that was the girl girl. I’m going to watch the fights. I’ve met both of them. I was on the road with WWE with Rhonda. She was super cool student of the game. Always wanted to learn. No matter what anybody’s preconceived notion is or they’re basing an opinion off of something that she said that’s like out of context or whatever. They have these negative opinions. I’ve been around her for real. She’s an awesome human being and I met Gina a long time ago. God, I can’t remember what gym it would have been in Las Vegas, but it would have been maybe in 2013 or maybe even before that.. but I met her briefly. It was a long a by super cool. Very grounded. I can’t wait to see them go at it. It’s going to be a battle of the legends man.”

    You can check out the entire Killer Kross interview with Bodyslam.net’s Kyle Collison at Astronomicon 9 below.

    Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano will stream live on Netflix on May 16th, 2026.

  • EXCLUSIVE: Killer Kross Talks Winning MLW World Title In Front Of His Recently Cancer Free Mother

    EXCLUSIVE: Killer Kross Talks Winning MLW World Title In Front Of His Recently Cancer Free Mother

    Killer Kross has reached the top of Major League Wrestling, capturing the MLW World Heavyweight Championship in what he described as the most meaningful moment of his career.

    Killer Kross, a former World Wrestling Entertainment Superstar – known to fans as Karrion Kross during his time with WWE, secured the MLW World Heavyweight Championship victory in a grueling contest that pushed him to his physical limits. The win, however, carried far greater significance beyond the title itself, as it unfolded at MLW’s Battle Riot VIII in front of his mother, who recently completed cancer treatments.

    Speaking in a recent interview with Bodyslam.net’s Kyle Collison, Kross reflected on the emotional weight of the moment.

    “Literally best moment of my career, one of the best moments of my life. If people aren’t aware, my mother is a cancer survivor, so she finished all the treatments. She’s cancer-free. It was the first time she got to see me perform post-treatment, so that was the longest amount of time I was in the ring. I think I was out there for like, I think they told me like an hour and a half, and you’ve got to be active, man. You can’t be a slouch.

    That’s a long time to be getting punched and kicked and kneed in the head. Thanks, Matt Riddle, but yeah, a bloody mess. I went through the whole crucible.

    You know, I came out MLW World Heavyweight Champion. More importantly, the reaction that I heard from the audience when we won, I was like, that was very validating for me and for my mother to be there and to have that moment and share that, that real moment, everybody, you know, they’re publicly live forever. It’s there. I don’t think anything’s ever going to top that, to be honest.”

    You can check out the Bodyslam.net exclusive interview with MLW World Heavyweight Champion Killer Kross below.

    Kross’ victory marks a significant milestone in his post-WWE career, reestablishing him as a dominant force on the independent scene and within MLW. The physically demanding bout, lasting approximately 90 minutes, underscored both his endurance and resilience inside the ring.

    Beyond the in-ring achievement, the presence of his mother added a deeply personal layer to the championship win. After enduring a lengthy battle with cancer, her attendance—and Kross’ ability to share that moment with her—gave the victory a lasting emotional resonance.

    The crowd response further amplified the occasion, with Kross noting the reaction as a validating experience not just professionally, but personally. For a performer who has competed on some of the industry’s biggest stages, the moment stands apart as uniquely meaningful.

    With the MLW World Heavyweight Championship now around his waist, Kross begins a new chapter—one defined not only by championship gold, but by a career-defining moment that transcended the ring.

    You can watch MLW’s highlight video of Killer Kross’ World Title victory at Battle Riot VIII below.