The new breed of MMA fighters possess talents in nearly every facet of the game. There still are some one-dimensional stars that have found success, but for the most part, being good in all areas of the game is a must for any fighter hoping to endure a long career.
MMA’s evolution resembles a roller coaster ride with the focus of different disciplines each having their moment to shine. In today’s competitive world, a fighter must be potent in some form of standup and a number of different forms of grappling.
The fact that many fighters on this list are current or past champions is no coincidence. Being able to win no matter where the fight goes is a key ingredient to success, and these fighters have both the talent and success to back up that claim.