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The 50 Least Intimidating Fighters in MMA

Before I plunge into this list, take note: I’m not bashing (sure you’ll spot some sarcasm and a few jokes, which is all in good fun) any one of these 50 fighters. In fact, the vast majority of men on this list are established, highly talented guy…

Before I plunge into this list, take note: I’m not bashing (sure you’ll spot some sarcasm and a few jokes, which is all in good fun) any one of these 50 fighters. In fact, the vast majority of men on this list are established, highly talented guys who have been far more successful in their quest for greatness than not.

Being intimidating isn’t a prerequisite for success. It isn’t a mandatory for the job, either. However, a sizable chunk of competitors today are indeed a bit menacing, and I suppose that comes with the territory. These guys do after all earn a living beating the snot out of men.  

I don’t aim to ramble, as this is a monstrous piece, so let’s allow the intro to fade. Get ready to take a look at 50 of the least intimidating fighters in the brief history of this sport!

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50 Fights Every New MMA Fan Must See

For the uneducated, mixed martial arts can be perceived as a brutal and barbaric sport.However, MMA is now conducted under several governing bodies all around the world and consistently produces some jaw dropping, aesthetically pleasing bouts…

For the uneducated, mixed martial arts can be perceived as a brutal and barbaric sport.

However, MMA is now conducted under several governing bodies all around the world and consistently produces some jaw dropping, aesthetically pleasing bouts that will change even the most wayward of would-be fans.

Here’s 50 fights that will get any newbie enamored by the sport. 

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The 10 Best Nicknames in MMA History

The sport of mixed martial arts has undoubtedly become one of the most entertaining sports known to mankind today.What makes MMA so entertaining is the fighters who enter the Octagon and give it everything they’ve got, holding nothing back.And, not onl…

The sport of mixed martial arts has undoubtedly become one of the most entertaining sports known to mankind today.

What makes MMA so entertaining is the fighters who enter the Octagon and give it everything they’ve got, holding nothing back.

And, not only are some of these fighters some of the coolest guys in the sport, but so are their nicknames.

Nearly every fighter in MMA today is not only recognized by their full name, but, of course, their nickname.

And while there are some fighters with the lamest nicknames we’ve ever heard, there are a few who have some of the sweetest we’ve ever heard as well.

The following slides display the 10 best nicknames in MMA history.

Let’s take a look.

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Brock Lesnar and the 7 Meanest Looking Fighters in the UFC

Over the past several years, the sport of mixed martial arts has evolved into one of the fastest growing sports on the planet.And a major part of this rapid growth can be credited to the world class fighters who dedicate their lives to the sport they t…

Over the past several years, the sport of mixed martial arts has evolved into one of the fastest growing sports on the planet.

And a major part of this rapid growth can be credited to the world class fighters who dedicate their lives to the sport they truly love.

However, it’s these fighters’ personalities and appearances that add an extra spice to the sport’s reputation.

The UFC specifically, has those guys who are always smiling, those who show no emotion and of course, the mean looking ones.

So, the following slides display the seven meanest looking fighters in the UFC today.

Let’s take a look.

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Steven Seagal and the 10 Biggest Jackasses in MMA Today

MMA is just like any other sport: There will always be guys that get under people’s skin and make fans ready to jump them. Whether it’s because of trash talk, poor decisions, or claims that seem too good or silly to be true, some guys really just …

MMA is just like any other sport: There will always be guys that get under people’s skin and make fans ready to jump them. 

Whether it’s because of trash talk, poor decisions, or claims that seem too good or silly to be true, some guys really just seem too full of themselves to be liked. 

Here’s a list of the biggest jerks in MMA. 

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