Battles and Bruises: The Fighter's Journey

This chapter explores the rigorous experiences and surgeries encountered by professional fighters, delving into the evolution of wrestling rules and scoring systems in combat sports. It highlights the challenges of weight cutting practices in MMA, the differences between boxing and UFC structures, and personal anecdotes from the speaker's brief UFC career. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the physical demands of professional wrestling, the intense schedules wrestlers adhere to, and the emotional weight of competing at legendary venues.