Having the ultimate or near-enough ripped physique in MMA should at best be a prerequisite for all athletes contesting in the ever-growing sport of diversified combative skills.
Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case, as some fighters either let themselves go, or have a “what you see is what you get” attitude to the game. To the hardcore contingent, it isn’t that big a deal, but to the casual fans who tune in for a fleeting glimpse of the new breed of fighter, it could mean changing the channel.
That said, physique-wise, it’s safe to say that none of the fighters on this list are ringing endorsements of what a true professional mixed martial artist should look like.
Let’s take a look.