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History and Evolution of Mixed Martial Arts |
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fighting, Mixed Martial Arts, MMA.
Posted on 20 March 2024 by "T".
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Mixed martial arts (MMA) boasts a rich history that blends ancient combat sports with modern athleticism.
Here's a breakdown of its evolution:
Ancient Roots:
- Pankration (Greece, 648 BCE): Considered the earliest MMA, pankration incorporated wrestling, boxing, and kicking techniques in a brutal Olympic competition.
- Shuai Jiao (China, Han Dynasty): This military combat system combined wrestling throws and strikes, similar to elements of modern MMA.
The MMA Melting Pot (19th & Early 20th Centuries):
- Savate (France, Mid-19th Century): This kickboxing style blended European boxing with kicks from Muay Thai, influencing modern MMA striking.
- Catch Wrestling (Europe & North America, Late 19th Century): This freestyle grappling style allowed a wide variety of techniques, including submissions that can be seen in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu today.
The Birth of Modern MMA (1900s):
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's Rise (Early 1900s): The Gracie family's adaptation of Judo for smaller physiques emphasized ground fighting and submissions, becoming a cornerstone of modern MMA.
- The UFC and Early MMA (1990s): The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) launched in 1993, pitting fighters from various disciplines against each other in a "no-holds-barred" format. This garnered attention but raised safety concerns.
Modern Refinement (Late 1990s-Present):
- Evolving Rules and Regulations: As MMA gained popularity, stricter rules were implemented to enhance safety and promote a more technical sport. Weight classes, banned techniques, judging criteria, and standardized equipment were introduced.
- Cross-Training and Strategic Development: Fighters today are no longer specialists in one style. They train in a blend of disciplines, creating a more strategic and well-rounded approach to fighting.
MMA continues to evolve, with new training methods, strategies, and rising stars emerging all the time. It's a testament to the rich history of combat sports and the ongoing pursuit of the most effective fighting style.
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35 comments on "History and Evolution of Mixed Martial Arts"
| dule-vu | 28/03/2024 06:27:32 GMT |
| Nobody force them to fight! They offer them amount and if they sign cotract, that mean that I agree with that! Nobody scam them! If you are new fighter with few matches, ofcourse that nobody would give them big amounts!
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| geseco12 | 30/03/2024 22:13:21 GMT |
| That's how it should be, that renowned fighters have to win more compared to fighters who are just starting out, of course they won't win like a soccer player but I think they do win well, and it's also a sport that is growing and that makes that is worth much more.
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| dule-vu | 30/03/2024 22:16:25 GMT |
| If you say so!
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| geseco12 | 01/04/2024 03:20:34 GMT |
| 7 years ago I started watching the UFC, I think it is the best fight, I really liked the fight between Magregor and Nick Diaz, a tremendous fight that was a spectacle for all the viewers.
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| dule-vu | 01/04/2024 05:27:36 GMT |
| Whatever you say!
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| geseco12 | 02/04/2024 04:30:32 GMT |
| It was a great fight, for me the best of all the events, I hope Magregor can return to fight with Topuria, the Spaniard who is a good fighter, he challenged him and he answered, there will be a great fight at the end of the year.
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| dule-vu | 02/04/2024 05:05:45 GMT |
| We will see how it will finish!
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| geseco12 | 03/04/2024 06:26:45 GMT |
| The UFC will continue to grow and will continue to be one of the best in octagon fighting, better fighters will come to continue the adrenaline of seeing high-performance fighters in the ring.
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| dule-vu | 03/04/2024 06:30:53 GMT |
| they are best organisation and it will be like that for many years more!
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| geseco12 | 04/04/2024 15:54:31 GMT |
| That's right, the best organization and it will always be for the rest of the years, every year it surprises us with beautiful events, now this year there is going to be a great fight for the championship, I think Tupuria has challenged him to Magregaor, he wants to fight with him, I hope this is at the level.
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| dule-vu | 04/04/2024 15:58:53 GMT |
| We will see!
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| geseco12 | 05/04/2024 16:43:44 GMT |
| Hopefully it will be this year to be able to see that great match, but there have to be many things that have to happen, first he gets back to his level, he prepares because I see that Magregor is on vacation, he hasn't fought in a long time and he hasn't come with competition rhythm, we will see later.
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| dule-vu | 05/04/2024 17:12:39 GMT |
| Time will show!
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| geseco12 | 06/04/2024 20:52:28 GMT |
| That's right, time will tell everything, let's hope that everything goes well for both of us so that this year we can see the fight of the year, with these great fighters in the Octagon, this will be very exciting, Tupuria is a great champion.
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| dule-vu | 06/04/2024 20:55:08 GMT |
| Yeah!
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| geseco12 | 09/04/2024 03:48:12 GMT |
| Now Tupuria is preparing for his fight by visiting Messi in Miami, hahaha, he is having fun, this great champion deserves it, new things are coming this year for him and for the UFC, the fans are waiting for a new event now.
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| dule-vu | 09/04/2024 05:15:26 GMT |
| Every fighter have different style and period before big fight!
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| geseco12 | 10/04/2024 04:33:04 GMT |
| That's right, he is a great fighter, he is also the current champion, he deserves to be taking a vacation, because preparing for a fight takes a lot of time, and he enjoys this to the fullest on his vacation.
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| dule-vu | 10/04/2024 06:14:54 GMT |
great news from you 
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| geseco12 | 15/04/2024 02:47:36 GMT |
| I love watching the UFC, and it always gives us great shows. I'm sure that every year they are growing and so is this community. I hope they continue that way and guarantee good fun for the public in the fights.
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| dule-vu | 15/04/2024 03:24:51 GMT |
| Same thing after many days!
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| geseco12 | 16/04/2024 03:24:54 GMT |
| But it is about commenting on the UFC, its organization and the good things it has done for many years, it has always remained at the top with great events, always bringing high-level fighters who put up a good fight in the Octagon.
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| dule-vu | 16/04/2024 05:46:26 GMT |
| Whatever you say! Same things!
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| geseco12 | 18/04/2024 15:01:59 GMT |
| But we are talking about the UFC and its influence in the world for several years, it will surely have more growth in the coming years with high-level and recognized fighters, there is nothing wrong with commenting on that, so let's continue.
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| CALICUL | 18/04/2024 15:11:00 GMT |
ufc is something beautiful but brutal and many people like that. I don't follow UFC but i like martial arts and i used to watch movies. Today i don't even look at these anymore because hobbies sometimes change.
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