The last 12 months certainly had their ups and downs. There were plenty of failed drug tests, a few commission injustices, some Reebok mishaps and a handful of things MMA fans would probably rather forget.
But, in all, there was more to celebrate in 2015 than bemoan. Ronda Rousey emerged as the biggest mainstream star the sport has ever had and suffered a stunning fall against Holly Holm. Conor McGregor did everything he said he would, including becoming the UFC's biggest earner. Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald had one of the best fights anybody has ever seen.
Bellator brought back Kimbo Slice and featured MMA and kickboxing on the same card.