The weight limit rule for UFC heavyweight fighters was put in place to ensure the safety of heavyweight fighters by forcing them to stay in shape, which leads to better performance when they compete in the octagon.
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Superman punch is an unorthodox striking technique that requires a fighter to slightly jump off the ground to execute a straight punch (cross). The origin of the superman punch is not clear, but the superman punch became known during the 1960s when it was used by pro boxers and Muay Thai fighters.
Ground and pound is a specific technique where a fighter in top position is striking the opponent on the bottom with punches, elbows, and knees. The man who pioneered ground and pound in MMA was Mark Coleman, and he was also the first one to use this term in the 90s.
Shoot boxing is a Japanese martial art created in 1985 by the former kickboxer Caesar Takeshi. It is a hybrid mix of techniques from kickboxing and shoot-wrestling. Shoot boxing fighters are allowed to strike using all limbs, grappling moves, and standing submissions.
Karate has dozens of different styles and forms. But, there are four major styles created in the Okinawan Islands that later influenced the birth of other styles and forms that came later. These four main styles are: Goju Ryu,Shotokan,Wado Ryu,Shito Ryu.
In this article, we are going to rank the top 15 best kickboxers of all time. We will bring you fighters from different eras, and explain why they deserve a spot on this list.