Highlights of the Year in MMA and Boxing

This chapter explores key moments in MMA, celebrating Ilya Tupurya's achievements and the remarkable knockout between Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje, deemed as one of the best in combat sports history. It also critiques the state of submission techniques in MMA, discussing the effectiveness of traditional strategies over contemporary moves. The chapter concludes with an assessment of memorable fights, notably the Tyson Fury vs. Alexander Usyk bout, emphasizing storytelling and the dynamics of combat sports.