Mixed Martial Arts History of MMA Pankration Minimal rules
UFC 1 Held Nov. 14, 1993 Marketed as no holds bared fight Royce Gracie Champion H First American attempt at MMA
Dark Ages of MMA John McCain referred to it as “human Cockfighting Widespread Bans Unregulated events held in states without athletic commisions
Regulation After many years the sport became regulated Many rules were instituted Athletic Commissions started allowing it
Injuries Few fights end with major injuries Most common injury is facial lacerations 1 Death in 15 years of the sport
Today Sport is thriving Many promotions hold events Competitors are highly trained athlete Most competitors show much respect
Citation
The Journal of Sports Medicine and Science