Mixed martial arts in Mexico

Traditional martial arts, from national ones such as lucha tarahumara (Tarahumara wrestling)^[2] to those from other places such as judo, have shaped MMA in Mexico, along with other combat sports such as boxing and taekwondo, in which the country has stood out considerably.^[3][4]

In November 2014, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) would hold its first event on Mexican soil with UFC 180 at the Mexico City Arena.^[5] Tickets were sold out in just 8 hours, which is a record for the venue.^[6][7]

The major MMA organizations in Mexico are LUX Fight League,^[8] Ultimate Warrior Challenge Mexico^[9] and Budo Sento Championship.^[10]

At the amateur level, The Federation of Mixed Martial Arts Equity and Fair Play, or Federación de Artes Marciales Mixtas Equidad y Juego Limpio, is the main governing body for the sport of MMA and the promotion of the sport in Mexico,^[1] supported and recognized by the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF). Its current president is Ubaldo Marroquin.^[11]

The UFC is the most widely watched organization, and its events are broadcast live on Fox Sports on cable television; and also for the UFC Fight Pass streaming service.^[12]