19 years ago today -- UFC 1
Today is the 19th anniversary of the first ever Ultimate Fighting Championship, held in Denver, Colorado on November 12, 1993. Bloody Elbow looks back at UFC 1.
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MMA Origins: UFC 1
In a ploy to create more awarness of Jiu Jitsu, Rorion Gracie sparks American interest in Mixed Martial Arts and creates the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
UFC 118 Preview: Art Jimmerson Played the Role of James Toney All the Way Back at UFC 1
Before James Toney ever thought about trying his hand at MMA, a series of pugilists braved combat with martial arts warriors. At the very first UFC, a boxer timidly emerged wearing a single bright red glove. Jonathan Snowden remembers Art Jimmerson and his lone appearance in the Octagon.
