Bellator 1 was held in 2009, which featured Jorge Masvidal vs.

Since then, we’ve seen other rising organizations like M-1 Global, ONE Championship and Caged Steel. The UFC was the first to put the sport on the map with the help of legendary fighters like Ken Shamrock and Royce Gracie at UFC 1 in 1993. Since it’s mainstream popularity, MMA has seen the introduction of organizations like the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Bellator MMA and Invicta FC. Stars like Jon Jones, Ryan Bader and Cris Cyborg have risen out of the sport. It integrates different fighting styles like wrestling, striking and grappling. Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) or “cage fighting” has captivated audiences since it’s introduction into the world of combat sports. See why MMA is one of the fastest-growing combat sports in the world with your Clearwater Combat MMA tickets from TicketSmarter.