Main Event - UFC/MMA
In the UFC, the main event determines the commercial success of the entire event. The main events of pay-per-view (PPV) shows can be championship fights or superfights between big names, and the fighters involved receive the majority of the media attention. A main event is scheduled for 5 rounds of 5 minutes each, unlike regular fights that last 3 rounds. Being chosen as a main event is the highest recognition for a UFC fighter.
Main Event
The main event of UFC 217 saw Georges St-Pierre return from inactivity to challenge Michael Bisping for the middleweight title. GSP won by submission in the third round, in what was one of the most dramatic comebacks in the history of the sport.
Main Event & Co-Main Event
The Co-Main Event is the fight that immediately precedes the main event and is the second most important match on the card. It also serves as a backup in case the main event falls through due to injury or other issues. Co-Main Event.
FAQ - Main Event
Are all main events for a title?
No, not all of them. Many Fight Nights have non-title main events featuring high-level fighters. However, most numbered PPV main events include at least one championship fight.
How many rounds does a main event last?
Main events last for 5 rounds of 5 minutes each, totaling a maximum of 25 minutes of fighting. This is a significant difference from regular fights that last 3 rounds of 5 minutes.
