UFC

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is one of the world's leading mixed martial arts (MMA) organizations. Its first event took place in 1993, founded by Art Davie and Rorion Gracie. In 2001, the Fertitta brothers acquired the organization, with Dana White becoming president. Since then, the UFC has grown into a global sports brand, attracting fighters and fans from around the world.

In this guide, you'll learn about UFC events, the rules of competition, famous fighters and how to buy or resell tickets.

Upcoming UFC events: Fight Night and numbered events

The UFC organizes events throughout the year in different countries and cities. UFC Fight Night cards feature a mix of established competitors and rising talent. Numbered events often feature championship bouts and highly anticipated matchups between leading fighters. Main events and title fights are particularly popular with fans, so tickets can sell quickly. Check the event schedule and venue details before making plans.

Fight rules and weight classes

UFC bouts follow the Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts, adopted by athletic commissions in the United States and used in many other jurisdictions. Most non-title fights consist of three five-minute rounds, while championship bouts and many main events consist of five rounds. Each round is followed by a one-minute rest period.

The UFC's men's divisions are flyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, lightweight, welterweight, middleweight, light heavyweight and heavyweight. The women's divisions include strawweight, flyweight, bantamweight and featherweight, although the divisions featured on a card can vary.

Some of the UFC's best-known fighters

Conor McGregor became one of the sport's biggest stars thanks to his striking, confidence and ability to attract global attention. Khabib Nurmagomedov retired undefeated in professional MMA, while their 2018 bout became one of the most widely discussed fights in UFC history.

The middleweight division has also featured major names such as Anderson Silva, Chris Weidman, Michael Bisping and Israel Adesanya. Jan Błachowicz, a former light heavyweight champion, is another notable figure. In the welterweight division, Georges St-Pierre, Tyron Woodley, Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards have all made their mark. Heavyweight stars have included Stipe Miocic, Daniel Cormier, Alistair Overeem, Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones. Amanda Nunes is widely regarded as one of the greatest women's fighters in MMA history, having won UFC titles in two weight classes.

Where to buy UFC tickets?

Demand for major UFC events can be high, and tickets may sell out quickly. Check available listings on TixPost to find tickets for UFC Fight Night and numbered events. Review the event details, ticket conditions and seller information before purchasing.

If your plans change and resale is permitted under the ticket and event rules, you can list your ticket on TixPost. Set a price, provide accurate details and wait for a buyer. Always check the event's transfer and resale policies before listing a ticket.