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A rabbit punch is a blow that lands right at the back of your head. This is a dangerous move as it could render a fighter paralyzed. So, if you’re fighting for an MMA or boxing event, make sure to avoid this move for your safety and/or for your opponent’s. What is a Rabbit Punch … Read more
UFC has interim champions because the organization can’t wait long for the injured champion to play. They can’t hold up the title contention as it would be unfair for other fighters. However, if a fighter will be sidelined due to injury or for some other reason for a longer period, the organization will not hold … Read more
No-Gi is one of the two forms of Brazilian jiu-jitsu (combat jiu-jitsu it another form) where you don’t wear the traditional uniform. Instead, you wear more comfortable clothing, such as a shirt or a rashguard. In addition to that, a few changes to the sport’s rules are set in no-Gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu, especially in competitions. … Read more
Combat jiu-jitsu is a type of submission grappling developed by Eddie Bravo. It allows certain striking moves, like open palm strikes, to make it more reality-based. Basically, it’s a hybrid version of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts. It is one of the most vital innovations of Brazilian jiu-jitsu in the last decade. What Is … Read more
You’ll need to have knowledge in a few disciplines such as boxing, muay Thai, wrestling, and jiu-jitsu to become a good fighter. It can be hard to master all of these disciplines. But the hard truth is that all of the best fighters today are well-rounded. Jon Jones, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Kamaru Usman, you name it … Read more
UFC fighters and other professional MMA fighters receive blows to their ears which result in cauliflower ears. This scientific phenomenon can be described as having ears that look swollen to the point of having them explode. It might be off-putting to some but for fighters, it’s a mark of their hardships Why Do MMA Fighters … Read more
Each fighter has their own tried and tested techniques to achieve their target weight as weight cutting is a vital part of professional MMA. On weighing day, fighters are expected to hit their weight division to a T and not a decimal above it. Then when fight day comes, they’ve probably gained around 10-30% of … Read more
MMA fights are either three to five rounds. This depends on the bout. For the undercards, fighters will have to compete for three rounds. And for the main card, athletes will have to fight for five rounds. These are the typical number of rounds may it be for UFC or amateur MMA fights. How many … Read more
One of the first things you need to do to start your MMA journey is to find a reputable gym that will help teach you the basics of the discipline. You’re free to choose from various disciplines such as boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and wrestling. However, this is just the beginning of your journey … Read more
Wrestling is probably the best fighting style in UFC/MMA in general. This is because it gives you a greater advantage to control your opponent o the ground. Plus, it helps strengthen your body, which is all the more beneficial in the sport. Many fighters these days have a good foundation in wrestling can attest to … Read more