MMA Organizations Worldwide
Complete guide to active Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organizations around the world. Discover major and emerging promotions by region.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a rapidly growing combat sport worldwide. Dozens of organizations host professional events across every continent. While the UFC remains the global benchmark, many promotions like ONE Championship in Asia, KSW in Europe, and Brave CF in the Middle East are driving the sport's expansion. Here is the complete list of active MMA organizations worldwide.
North America
9
UFC
Ultimate Fighting Championship
449
Events
5
Upcoming
870
Fighters
PFL
Professional Fighters League
17
Events
5
Upcoming
239
Fighters
Bellator
Bellator MMA
45
Events
0
Upcoming
696
Fighters
DWCS
Dana White's Contender Series
98
Events
10
Upcoming
793
Fighters
Europe
7
ARES FC
ARES Fighting Championship
21
Events
2
Upcoming
239
Fighters
FEN
FEN (Fight Exclusive Night)
EFC
EFC (Extreme Fighting Championship)
Asia
5RIZIN
RIZIN Fighting Federation
13
Events
4
Upcoming
152
Fighters
Pancrase
DEEP
Deep
Middle East & Africa
2UAE Warriors
Russia & Central Asia
2ACA
Absolute Championship Akhmat
AMC Fight Nights
Latin America
2Naciones MMA
FFL
Fusion Fight League
Oceania
1Hex
Hex Fight Series
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the biggest MMA organization in the world?
The UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) is the biggest MMA organization in the world. Founded in 1993, it hosts events every week and features the best fighters on the planet.
How many MMA organizations are there in the world?
There are dozens of active professional MMA organizations worldwide. The most well-known include UFC, ONE Championship, PFL, KSW, RIZIN, Cage Warriors, and Brave CF.
What are the main MMA organizations in Europe?
The main MMA organizations in Europe are KSW (Poland), Cage Warriors (United Kingdom), ARES FC (France), Oktagon MMA (Czech Republic), and FEN (Poland).
What is the difference between the UFC and other MMA organizations?
The UFC is considered the major league of MMA, with the best fighters and the biggest contracts. Other organizations often serve as stepping stones for fighters aspiring to join the UFC, while providing high-level competition in their respective regions.