Fan Questions
What Martial Arts Does Batman Know?
The DC comic book superhero Batman is known for being one of the few superheroes without any actual powers. However, he makes up for it with his genius-level intellect, being able to learn many things quickly, including martial arts. Which leads us to today’s question: What martial arts does Batman know? According to the Batman Fandom and comic lore, Batman has mastered and perfected every single form of hand-to-hand combat known to man. However, his most commonly used martial arts include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, Judo, Muay Thai, Savate, Karate, Kung Fu, Boxing, Capoeira, Krav Maga, Aikido, and Ninjutsu. Chances are…
How Many Rounds Are There In A UFC Fight?
As a new UFC fan, or even as a casual viewer, it is important to know the nuances of a UFC fight. And one of the most important aspects of any combat sport is the number of rounds involved. So in this post, I’m going to cover the following: How many rounds are there in UFC fights? There are either 3 or 5 rounds in a UFC fight. Normal bouts are 3 rounds in length, while championship and main event fights are scheduled for 5 rounds. Each round is five minutes long, with a one-minute rest period between each round.…
How Much Do UFC Referees Make?
There are several noteworthy referees in MMA, two of the most popular being Herb Dean, and ‘Big’ John McCarthy. These referees can be seen refereeing many big pay-per-view events, often reffing 3 or 4 fights in one night. You may have wondered how much referees in the UFC get paid, and how? Per event? On Salary? So in this post, I’m going to detail everything I can find in an attempt to answer any questions surrounding referee earnings. So how much do UFC referees earn? On average, a UFC referee will earn about $500 per match. For big profile fights, referees…
Does Muay Thai Have Grappling?
If you’ve ever seen a Muay Thai match, you know that it mostly consists of brutal strikes back and forth from both fighters. However, you may be wondering what to make of the clinch work used in Muay Thai. Is this intentional? What is the purpose? Is this considered grappling? Today, I’m going to delve into and explain the grappling aspect of Muay Thai. Although it is not as vast as Jiu-Jitsu or wrestling, Muay Thai does have a grappling aspect, as Muay Thai fighters work extensively on their ability in the clinch. A Muay Thai fighter is able to…
What Does Catchweight Mean In The UFC?
So if you’re on this post, chances are you saw something about a catchweight regarding a UFC fight. And maybe you were left wondering, “what exactly is a catchweight?” So in this post, I’m going to explain everything there is to know about catchweights in the UFC. What is a catchweight in the UFC? In short, a catchweight is a weight limit agreed upon by the two fighters competing in the bout. A catchweight falls outside of the limits set by traditional weight classes, and is usually set when the fighters wish to avoid an excessive weight cut, although it…
What Happens When A Fighter Gets Knocked Out?
In combat sports such as boxing or MMA, knockouts are fairly common, and are often applauded by appreciative fans. And while you may know that a knockout results in a loss of consciousness, you may be wondering more about the details regarding a fighter getting knocked out. So what exactly happens when a fighter gets knocked out? In short, when a fighter gets knocked out, a part of the brain known as the Reticular Activating System is disrupted, as this part of the brain is susceptible to rotational forces. The Reticular Activating System is responsible for maintaining one’s consciousness, and…
Do UFC Fighters Get To Keep Their Belts?
Every time a UFC fighter wins a championship fight, we see them get a belt wrapped around their waist inside the Octagon. However, there has been speculation surrounding whether or not fighters actually get to keep this belt, or if they simply hold on to one belt after each defense never getting a new one. So in this post, I’m going to explain exactly how the belt system works in the UFC. Do UFC fighters get to keep their championship belts? In short, yes, former UFC champions get to keep their old belts. With the original UFC belt, fighters competed…
How Long Do UFC Fighters Train For A Fight?
As you probably know, fighters tend to have a set period of time that is reserved for serious preparation before an upcoming fight, typically known as their “training camp”. This camp usually starts when the fight contract is signed, as the fighter then knows who their opponent will be. But how long does a UFC fighter’s training camp usually last? How long do UFC fighters train before a fight? UFC fighters typically train seriously for about 8 to 12 weeks before a scheduled fight, as this is usually when the fight agreement is signed. However, a fighter’s camp can be…
Why Do Boxers and MMA Fighters Wear Gloves?
With the rising popularity of MMA, there are many people becoming new fans of the sport. You may be one of them yourself, and probably have some questions about MMA competition. While watching fights, you may wonder why MMA fighters don’t just fight bare-fisted, instead of wearing gloves. Well in this post I will answer just that: Why do MMA fighters wear gloves? MMA fighters and Boxers wear gloves during competition primarily to protect their hands, and prevent cuts on the face. The bones of the hands are very fragile, and can easily break when throwing hard punches, even with…
What is a Traditional Martial Art?
If you’ve been involved in martial arts in some way since the inception of the UFC, then you’ve probably heard the argument of mixed martial arts versus traditional martial arts. But you may also wonder, what exactly is a traditional martial art? Is there really any criteria that defines a martial art as traditional? In this post, I am going to address the most popular martial arts that are widely regarded as traditional, and what aspects of them decide whether they are traditional or not. In short, a traditional martial art is any form of combat that teaches much more…