1995 in Sports - Mixed Martial Arts

Mixed Martial Arts

The following is a list of major noteworthy MMA events during 1995 in chronological order.

It should be noted that before 1997, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) was considered the only major MMA organization in the world and featured much fewer rules then are used in modern MMA.

Date Event Alternate Name/s Location Attendance PPV Buyrate Notes
April 7 UFC 5: The Return of the Beast Charlotte, North Carolina, US 6,000 260,000 UFC rule change, introduction to a single 30 minute round. Introduction of superfights.

Rorion Gracie and Royce Gracie cut there involvement with the UFC following this event.

July 14 UFC 6: Clash of the Titans Casper, Wyoming, US 2,700 240,000 UFC rule change, referee is given the authority to restart the fight. Introduction to additional 5 minute extension to 30 minute round. Introduction of superfight titles.
September 8 UFC 7: The Brawl in Buffalo Buffalo, New York, US 9,000 190,000
December 16 The Ultimate Ultimate Ultimate Ultimate 1995
UFC 7.5
Denver, Colorado, US 2,800 Time limits were redefined for this event. 15 minutes in quarterfinal fights, 18 minutes for semi-final fights, and 27 minutes with a possible 3 minute overtime for the final fight.

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