The 10 Most Exciting MMA Championship Reigns Ever

Summary

This video from MMA On Point highlights the ten most exciting championship reigns in MMA history, showcasing fighters whose performances inside the ring were not just about victories but also about providing unforgettable entertainment to the fans. Featuring legends like Nick Diaz, Justin Gaethje, Matt Hughes, Charles Oliveira, Max Holloway, Chuck Liddell, Brock Lesnar, Fedor Emelianenko, Robbie Lawler, and Wanderlei Silva, the video celebrates their thrilling fights, remarkable comebacks, and the sheer excitement they brought to every match. It also briefly touches on the importance of mental health support for athletes, promoting BetterHelp for professional counseling services. Through thrilling recounts and analyses, the video pays tribute to these champions' spectacular runs, encapsulating the essence of what makes MMA a beloved sport.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video discusses the 10 most exciting championship reigns in MMA history
• 🥊 Nick Diaz's Strikeforce welterweight title run featured wars with Paul Daley and KJ Noons
• 💪 Justin Gaethje's WSOF lightweight title reign saw him engage in brutal brawls
• 🏆 Matt Hughes beat legends like GSP and Frank Trigg during his thrilling second UFC welterweight title run
• 👊 Charles Oliveira capped off an epic career turnaround with spectacular title defenses against Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje
• ⚔️ Max Holloway put on masterclass striking performances in title fights with Jose Aldo and Brian Ortega
• ❄️ Chuck Liddell's UFC light heavyweight title run helped define an era for the promotion
• 🦍 Brock Lesnar brought huge excitement during his brief but violent heavyweight title reign
• 🇷🇺 Fedor Emelianenko defended the Pride heavyweight title in all-time classics against Mirko Cro Cop and Minotauro Nogueira
• 🇧🇷 Wanderlei Silva's six-year Pride middleweight title run featured nonstop wars against legends like Rampage Jackson and Kazushi Sakuraba

Q & A

Who were some of the most exciting UFC champions mentioned in the video?

The video mentioned several exciting UFC champion reigns, including Nick Diaz, Justin Gaethje, Matt Hughes, Charles Oliveira, Max Holloway, Chuck Liddell, Brock Lesnar, and Robbie Lawler.

What made Nick Diaz's Strikeforce title reign so entertaining?

Nick Diaz had a very entertaining Strikeforce title reign with exciting one-round slugfest wins, bloody wars with high volume striking, and his iconic fight against Paul Daley which is considered one of the best single round fights ever.

How did Justin Gaethje earn his reputation as an exciting fighter?

As WSOF lightweight champion, Gaethje had a reputation as an extremely exciting fighter known for his brawling style and earning fight of the night bonuses in bloody wars against the likes of Luis Palomino.

What were some of Matt Hughes' most memorable title defenses?

Matt Hughes had very memorable title defenses against Frank Trigg in one of the most awesome come-from-behind wins ever, as well as BJ Penn to avenge an earlier loss and GSP to win the vacant title.

What made Charles Oliveira's title run so surprising?

After losing in 2017, Oliveira went on an impressive 8-fight win streak with 6 bonuses to become an unlikely title contender, then won the belt in an insane comeback against Chandler to begin an exciting reign.

Why was Max Holloway so entertaining as champion?

Max Holloway had an very high-volume, exciting striking style leading to all-action fights and record setting striking performances against elite competition during his title run.

How did Chuck Liddell help grow the popularity of UFC?

As an exciting champion with his brawling style and rivalry with Couture, Liddell was a huge star following TUF 1 and helped define and build the popularity of the UFC at that time.

What made Brock Lesnar's title run so entertaining?

Despite being short, Lesnar's title run was hugely entertaining because he was such a mega-star whose fights with Mir, Carwin and more created an electric atmosphere.

What were Robbie Lawler's most memorable title fights?

Lawler had two of the greatest title fights ever during his reign - bloody wars with Rory MacDonald and Carlos Condit that are considered two of the best UFC fights of all time.

Why was Wanderlei Silva's Pride title run so exciting?

Silva had a wildly entertaining 6-year Pride MW reign, defending rarely but fighting constantly in brawls, tournaments, and all-time classics with Sakuraba, Rampage, Arona, and more.