Association of Boxing CommissionsThe Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC) is a North American not-for-profit professional boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA) organization that organizes contests and record-keeping. It is governed by delegates of state, provincial, and tribal athletic commissions in the United States and Canada. The organization was formed in the 1980s when executive directors of various boxing commissions met to discuss how boxing was handled in their jurisdictions.
King of the CageMMA promoter based in California King of the CageTypePrivateIndustryMixed martial arts promotionFounded1998; 28 years ago (1998)FounderTerry TrebilcockHeadquarters Rancho Cucamonga, California, United StatesWebsitehttp://www.kingofthecage.com King of the Cage (KOTC) is a mixed martial arts promotion based in Southern California, United States.
Mixed martial arts weight classesMixed martial arts weight classes are weight classes that pertain to the sport of mixed martial arts. Unified Rules of Mixed Martial ArtsPrior to state sanctioning, weight classes were not mandatory since the competitions were held without the approval of the athletic commissions.
Mixed martial artsFull-contact combat sportMixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport based on striking and grappling, incorporating techniques from various combat sports from around the world. The precursors of modern MMA existed in various parts of the world since the ancient period to the 20th century in different forms. Prior to 1970s, various inter-stylistic contests and/or no-holds-barred bouts took place throughout different countries in East Asia.Featherweight (MMA)The featherweight division in mixed martial arts refers to different weight classes: The UFC's featherweight division, which groups competitors within 136–145 lb (61.7-65.8 kg) The Shooto's featherweight division, which limits competitors to 135 lb (61.2 kg) The ONE Championship's featherweight division, with upper limit at 70.3 kg (155.0 lb) The Road FC's featherweight division, with upper limit at 145 lb (65.5 kg)
Nevada State Athletic CommissionThe Nevada Athletic Commission (NAC; colloquially Nevada State Athletic Commission) is the state agency charged with regulating all contests and exhibitions of unarmed combat—including boxing, mixed martial arts, kickboxing, and other related combat sports—within the U.S. state of Nevada.
Ultimate Fighting ChampionshipThe Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is an American mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion company based in the Las Vegas, Nevada area. It is owned and operated by TKO Group Holdings, itself a majority owned subsidiary of The WME Group. The largest MMA promotion in the world, the UFC has over 578 fighters contracted that fight across 11 weight divisions (eight men's and three women's).UFC 31UFC 31: Locked and Loaded was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, New Jersey on May 4, 2001. The event was seen live on pay-per-view in the United States, and later released on home video.
United StatesCountry primarily in North AmericaThe United States of America (USA), also known as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a country primarily located in North America. It is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal capital district, Washington, D.C. The 48 contiguous states border Canada to the north and Mexico to the south, with the semi-exclave of Alaska in the northwest and the archipelago of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean.Strawweight (MMA)The strawweight division in mixed martial arts is for competitors weighing between 106 and 115 lb (48 to 52 kg). It sits between the lighter atomweight division and the heavier flyweight division.FlyweightFlyweight is a weight class in combat sports.
King of the CageMMA promoter based in California King of the CageTypePrivateIndustryMixed martial arts promotionFounded1998; 28 years ago (1998)FounderTerry TrebilcockHeadquarters Rancho Cucamonga, California, United StatesWebsitehttp://www.kingofthecage.com King of the Cage (KOTC) is a mixed martial arts promotion based in Southern California, United States.Mixed martial arts weight classesMixed martial arts weight classes are weight classes that pertain to the sport of mixed martial arts. Unified Rules of Mixed Martial ArtsPrior to state sanctioning, weight classes were not mandatory since the competitions were held without the approval of the athletic commissions.Mixed martial artsFull-contact combat sportMixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport based on striking and grappling, incorporating techniques from various combat sports from around the world. The precursors of modern MMA existed in various parts of the world since the ancient period to the 20th century in different forms. Prior to 1970s, various inter-stylistic contests and/or no-holds-barred bouts took place throughout different countries in East Asia.Featherweight (MMA)The featherweight division in mixed martial arts refers to different weight classes: The UFC's featherweight division, which groups competitors within 136–145 lb (61.7-65.8 kg) The Shooto's featherweight division, which limits competitors to 135 lb (61.2 kg) The ONE Championship's featherweight division, with upper limit at 70.3 kg (155.0 lb) The Road FC's featherweight division, with upper limit at 145 lb (65.5 kg)Nevada State Athletic CommissionThe Nevada Athletic Commission (NAC; colloquially Nevada State Athletic Commission) is the state agency charged with regulating all contests and exhibitions of unarmed combat—including boxing, mixed martial arts, kickboxing, and other related combat sports—within the U.S. state of Nevada.Ultimate Fighting ChampionshipThe Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is an American mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion company based in the Las Vegas, Nevada area. It is owned and operated by TKO Group Holdings, itself a majority owned subsidiary of The WME Group. The largest MMA promotion in the world, the UFC has over 578 fighters contracted that fight across 11 weight divisions (eight men's and three women's).UFC 31UFC 31: Locked and Loaded was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, New Jersey on May 4, 2001. The event was seen live on pay-per-view in the United States, and later released on home video.United StatesCountry primarily in North AmericaThe United States of America (USA), also known as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a country primarily located in North America. It is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal capital district, Washington, D.C. The 48 contiguous states border Canada to the north and Mexico to the south, with the semi-exclave of Alaska in the northwest and the archipelago of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean.Strawweight (MMA)The strawweight division in mixed martial arts is for competitors weighing between 106 and 115 lb (48 to 52 kg). It sits between the lighter atomweight division and the heavier flyweight division.FlyweightFlyweight is a weight class in combat sports.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.