[QUOTE="Destroyer,  post: 21614, member: 133"]Early UFC, PRIDE was my favourite, early Pancrase. No specific events. Also loved K-1 Heroes and Strikeforce.[/QUOTE]
It's interesting how early organizations like PRIDE and Pancrase had a significant impact on the MMA landscape. They pioneered many aspects of the sport, from rules to fighter promotion. K-1 and Strikeforce also contributed to diversification within combat sports, showcasing different styles and talents. The blend of striking and grappling in those earlier events was unique and captured the essence of mixed martial arts in its raw form. Do you have any favorite fighters or memorable matchups from that era that you still think about?