UFC, or Ultimate Fighting Championship, is a mixed martial arts (MMA) organization that is the largest and most prominent of its kind in the world. Founded in 1993, UFC promotes various combat sports, featuring fighters who compete in a cage divided into weight classes. Matches are contested under a set of standardized rules, known as the Unified Rules of MMA, which encompass various aspects of combat, including striking and grappling techniques.
The UFC provides a platform for fighters of various disciplines, including boxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, wrestling, Muay Thai, and taekwondo, allowing them to showcase their skills in professional bouts. The organization has gained significant popularity and mainstream recognition, with events often broadcasted internationally.
UFC events are held around the globe, attracting substantial audiences both in venues and through pay-per-view channels. It has also expanded its brand through media partnerships, merchandise, and other forms of entertainment, including reality television.
As a sports organization, UFC not only promotes fights but also works on increasing the legitimacy and acceptance of mixed martial arts as a major professional sport.