Dana White puts belt on Alex Poatán. Photo: Reproduction/UFC
Along the way, the UFC has cemented its name as a global phenomenon, with millions of fans in Brazil driven by stars like Amanda nunes, Charles of the Bronx e Alex Poatán. For those who want to start in the world of mixed martial arts, however, doubts arise: where to watch the events, how to understand the rules e Who to watch in the octagon? Based on expert sources and up-to-date guides, this text answers these questions with practical tips for beginners.
Where to watch UFC?
O UFC Fight Pass, the organization's official streaming service, offers live broadcasts of exclusive events, past fights and original content. In Brazil, the channel is available by subscription. The UFC has NOT broadcast 'Combate' since the end of 2022.
O SUPER FIGHTS also covers ALL EVENTS. The duels are followed in REAL TIME, in our minute-by-minute, with results and highlights, in addition to coverage on YouTube, with narration, commentary and videos.
In addition, the official UFC website (ufc.com.br) updates complete calendars, including dates, locations and main card of each event, essential for those who plan to follow and know which fighters will fight.
UFC Rules and Structure
Learn how to watch UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter
Each UFC fight is divided into 5-minute rounds (3 rounds in non-title fights; 5 in title fights). Victories can occur by knockout, technical knockout (referee intervention), submission or judges' decision — unanimous, split or majority.
Weight classes are another crucial point. Currently, the Ultimate has 12 divisions, from women's strawweight (52,1 kg) to heavyweight (120,2 kg). Knowing the champions of each category, such as Jon Jones (heavyweight) and Alexandre pantoja (flyweight), helps to contextualize rivalries and rankings.
Tips for deepening your knowledge about the UFC
– Study the Fighting Styles: Fighters like Charles of the Bronx (jiu-jitsu), Islam makhachev (wrestling), Alex Poatán (kickboxing) have distinct techniques that influence their strategies.
– Follow the fighters’ retrospective: Recent winning or losing streaks, such as those of Jon Jones, indicate performance trends.
Who to follow and how to better understand the UFC
In addition to the champions, established names and young up-and-coming fighters also deserve attention. In the case of Brazil, which is one of the countries with the largest number of fighters in the organization's roster, it is common to see fighters who take the country's flag to the octagon.
For in-depth analysis, sites like SUPER FIGHTS also offer 'warm-ups', results and exclusive interviews, while the EA SPORTS UFC 5 allows you to simulate fights and understand strategies in an interactive way. Good luck!
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