UFC, or Ultimate Fighting Championship, is a mixed martial arts (MMA) organization that is the largest and most prominent in the world. Founded in 1993, it promotes fights featuring a variety of combat sports and martial arts disciplines, including boxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, wrestling, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and others. The UFC organizes events globally, showcasing fighters who compete in various weight classes. The combatants are skilled athletes who undergo rigorous training to prepare for their matches, which are held in an octagonal cage known as the Octagon.
UFC events are broadcast on pay-per-view and various media outlets, attracting millions of viewers and fans worldwide. The organization has played a significant role in popularizing MMA, establishing regulations, and bringing legitimacy to the sport through rules and weight divisions. It has also led to the development of a professional framework for fighters, including fighter contracts, sponsorships, and pathways to championships. The UFC’s championship titles represent the pinnacle of achievement within the sport, with champions being highly regarded athletes in the MMA community.
Dricus Du Plessis defends his middleweight title against Sean Strickland at UFC 312 in Sydney, Australia. Du Plessis made history as South Africa’s first UFC champion by defeating Strickland a…