MMA Lab
Data-driven research on how fights are really won. Every study is grounded in real bout data and peer-reviewed sport science — no hot takes.
Most Common UFC Knockout Punch: What 264 Fights Show
The most common UFC knockout punch was the rear straight across 264 fights. See how hooks compare, how stance matters, and what the study cannot prove.
Does UFC Trash Talk Sell Fights? Reddit vs the Data
Does UFC trash talk sell fights? See what 516 press answers, 32,360 tweets and two peer-reviewed UFC pay-per-view studies actually show in the data.
Do UFC Performance Bonuses Lead to More Fight Finishes?
A 2,589-bout study found no clear link between larger UFC bonuses and more finishes. The 2026 bonus system changes the incentive, but proof is still limited.
Do UFC Judges Favor Champions? What the Evidence Says
Do UFC judges favor champions? See what 4,155 judge-rounds, title-decision audits, and current scoring rules reveal about champion bias in MMA.
Does MMA Open Scoring Make Fighters Coast? What Data Says
Does MMA open scoring make fighters coast? A 3,646-bout UFC study and Kansas data show how known scores change final-round tactics and the limits.
How Is UFC Striking Accuracy Calculated? Stats Explained
Learn how UFC striking accuracy is calculated, what significant-strike percentages miss, and how to compare volume, position, damage and sample size.
UFC Point Deductions: Frequency and Scorecard Impact
UFC point deductions affected 1.60% of 7,491 fights since 2010. See how referees apply them, how scorecards change, and where the data falls short.
How Often Do UFC Judges Disagree? What Scorecards Show
How often do UFC judges disagree? A 5,238-round study shows exact-score splits, hidden debate inside unanimous decisions, and the data's limits.
Do UFC Records Matter? What Reddit Gets Right and Wrong
Do UFC records matter? Reddit gets opponent quality right, but raw wins and losses still count. Learn how to read strength of schedule and context.
How Common Are UFC Eye Pokes? Rules, Data and Outcomes
How common are UFC eye pokes? A 397-fight audit, current recovery rules, and real no-contest, technical-decision, and disqualification outcomes.
How Long Is a UFC Fight? Rounds, Breaks and Limits
How long is a UFC fight? Learn the three- and five-round formats, 15- and 25-minute limits, breaks, stoppages, timeouts and scorecard timing.
Does Fight-Night Weight Regain Help UFC Fighters Win?
Does UFC fight-night weight regain improve win odds? Compare 1,474 MMA weigh-ins, 616 UFC athletes, and conflicting evidence on size and recovery.