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Main Card

The Main Card is the centerpiece of an UFC event, featuring the most significant fights of the night. In pay-per-view events, it represents the paid portion of the show.

Main Card - UFC/MMA

In the UFC, the main card typically consists of 5 fights, including the main event and the co-main event. It serves as the main showcase for the organization, where the highest-profile fighters compete and title fates are decided. A fighter's placement on the main card is a status indicator; being featured on the main card means that the UFC sees commercial and sporting value in the fighter. The main cards of numbered pay-per-view events are the most prestigious.

Main Card

The main card of UFC 300 was one of the most stacked in history, featuring three title fights and elite fighters in every match. This event showcased the best that the UFC has to offer in terms of fight quality on a single card.

Main Card & UFC Prelims

The Prelims precede the Main Card and feature lower-profile fights. Moving from the prelims to the main card represents a significant advancement in a UFC fighter's career. UFC Prelims.

FAQ - Main Card

How many fights are typically on a main card?

A standard UFC main card has 5 fights. However, for special events like milestone numbered cards (UFC 200, 300), the UFC may expand the main card to 6 or more fights.

Does being on the main card affect a fighter's pay?

Not directly based on card placement, but main card fighters tend to have better contracts as they are more established. In pay-per-view events, main event fighters may receive a share of the sales.

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