Main Event - UFC/MMA
In the UFC, the main event is crucial for the commercial success of the entire event. Main events for Pay-Per-View (PPV) can either be title 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 honor 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, marking one of the most dramatic comebacks in the sport's history.
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 title fights?
No, not all of them. Many Fight Nights feature non-title main events between 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 up to 25 minutes of fighting. This is an important distinction from regular fights that last 3 rounds of 5 minutes.
