MMA

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport that combines striking and grappling techniques from a variety of martial arts, such as wrestling, boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai.

 

Emerging into the mainstream in the 1990s through promotions like the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), MMA has evolved from its early "no-holds-barred" days into a highly regulated and globally recognized sport.

 

The rules of modern MMA permit a wide range of striking and grappling maneuvers both on the feet and on the ground, demanding that fighters be incredibly well-rounded in their skill set to succeed.

 

In contrast to traditional martial arts that focus on a single discipline, MMA's blend of techniques, high-level athleticism, and strategic complexity has helped it become one of the fastest-growing spectator sports worldwide.