International MMA Federation launches in Sweden, expected to receive UFC backing

A long discussed non-profit body aimed at furthering MMA around the globe, including recognition at the Olympics, is now a reality.

International Mixed Martial Arts Federation officials today announced
via press release the official launch of the new&…

A long discussed non-profit body aimed at furthering MMA around the globe, including recognition at the Olympics, is now a reality.

International Mixed Martial Arts Federation officials today announced
via press release the official launch of the new  organization, which is based in Sweden and aims to assist in the governing of the amateur game.

The company’s online home, IMMAF.org, outlines the federations goals. While it’s not yet known exactly
how much support the new organization will receive, MMAjunkie.com has confirmed that IMMAF officials will be on hand
at today’s UFC on FUEL TV 2 press conference in Stockholm.