By now, you’re probably familiar with the origins of MMA as we know it today. u200bThe modern era of MMA began in the early 1990s with the creation of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in the United States. The UFC was created as a tournament to determine the best martial arts style, and the early events were often chaotic and violent, with few rules in place. However, as the sport evolved, new rules were introduced to ensure the safety of the fighters, and the sport began to gain popularity.
In the early 2000s, MMA experienced a surge in popularity, with the sport growing rapidly in the United States and around the world.