Fighters: Fedor Emelianenko vs Mirko Cro Cop Filipović

A legendary heavyweight clash where Fedor Emelianenko, primarily known for Sambo and striking, strategically nullified Mirko Cro Cop's dangerous high kicks and striking to win a unanimous decision. This fight is celebrated for its high-level technical display from both fighters.

Styles: Sambo, MMA Striking, Kickboxing | Key Techniques: Ground and Pound, Clinch Work, Sprawl...

Fighters: Anderson Silva vs Chael Sonnen

Chael Sonnen dominated Anderson Silva for four and a half rounds with relentless wrestling and ground-and-pound. In a dramatic comeback, Silva secured a triangle armbar submission in the final minutes of the fifth round to retain his Middleweight Championship.

Styles: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling | Key Techniques: Double Leg Takedown, Ground and Pound, Triangle Armbar...

Fighters: Dan Henderson vs Maurício "Shogun" Rua

An epic five-round light heavyweight battle widely considered one of the greatest fights in UFC history. Both fighters displayed incredible heart and resilience, exchanging heavy blows and surviving near-finishes throughout the contest. Henderson won a close unanimous decision.

Styles: Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Key Techniques: Overhand Right ("H-Bomb"), Clinch Striking, Takedowns...

Fighters: Georges St-Pierre vs Johny Hendricks

A highly controversial welterweight title fight. Hendricks landed powerful strikes and takedowns, appearing to win, but St-Pierre was awarded a split decision. Many fans and media scored the fight for Hendricks. GSP announced an indefinite leave from the sport after this bout.

Styles: Karate, Wrestling, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Key Techniques: Jab, Takedown Defense, Power Punching (Hendricks)...