What Are the Different MMA Fighting Styles in the UFC?

Mixed Martial Arts is a competitive sport which… well, mixes different martial arts disciplines. Fighters may incorporate techniques from any martial arts system. There is a wide variety of combat systems the cage features. That said, it only makes sense that each fighter has a unique fighting style. Despite the diversity, we can divide MMA fighting styles into broad categories.

Fighters may identify as strikers or grapplers. (But the MMA community considers a third category: the ‘All-rounders’) The distinction depends on their arsenal of tools and how well they use them. Sometimes, the difference can depend on the position they prefer to engage in. The terms stand-up fighter, submission fighter, and ground and pounder come as a result.