Though the UFC is perhaps the most well known of all mixed martial arts promotions, the sport itself has reached new heights.
Each passing year it seems like MMA has surpassed new hurdles and exposed themselves to an even wider audience. 2011 was a banner year for organizations like the UFC, Strikeforce and Bellator, who can all look back and appreciate some of their accomplishments, which will have an effect on the sport for years to come.