Originally published at: https://theglobalsportsmarket.com/combat-sports/mma/2026/what-is-mma/
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport in which competitors use techniques from multiple martial arts disciplines, including striking and grappling, to defeat an opponent. Matches typically take place inside a regulated cage or ring under unified rules that allow a combination of stand-up striking, clinch fighting, takedowns, and ground fighting. The objective…