Watch UFC 1: The Beginning 1993
UFC 1, titled "The Beginning," marked the birth of the Ultimate Fighting Championship and is considered the historic foundation of modern mixed martial arts (MMA). Held on November 12, 1993, at McNichols Sports Arena in Denver, Colorado, this event was designed as a no-holds-barred combat tournament to answer one simple question: Which fighting style is the most effective in real combat? The event showcased representatives from diverse martial arts disciplines, such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Karate, Wrestling, and Kickboxing, battling it out in an eight-man elimination format.
With its raw and unregulated nature, UFC 1 captured the imagination of fight fans worldwide. The tournament aimed to pit fighters with no weight classes and minimal rules against one another, leaving combat enthusiasts awe-inspired by this groundbreaking concept.
Fight Card
Opening Round
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Fight 1: Royce Gracie vs. Art Jimmerson
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Fight 2: Ken Shamrock vs. Patrick Smith
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Fight 3: Gerard Gordeau vs. Teila Tuli
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Fight 4: Kevin Rosier vs. Zane Frazier
Semi-Finals
Finals
