This is a question asked by many, especially when the media limelight focuses on certain events and incidents, sometimes giving slightly unbalanced views and opinions. Hence why we put together this article with the help of some big UK MMA names, in the hope that it will enlighten those that do not follow the sport.
The article firstly explores our own views and opinions of MMA before certain aspects of the sport and its portrayel by newcomers and fans alike are explored by some high profile UK MMA figures, namely Rosi Sexton, Jimmy Wallhead and Dave O'Donnell.
We hope that this article is both interesting and useful to newcomers and that it will help to dispell some of the myths and stereotypes surrounding the sport.