The rise of the kickboxer (Again!)
In the wake of Aljamain Sterling’s loss, memories of kickboxers transitioning to MMA resurface. The sport is cyclical, with striking now dominant. Kickboxers hold 5 out of 8 UFC titles, emphasizing striking but maintaining well-rounded skills. The dominance of wrestling and jiu-jitsu may be shifting as MMA evolves. The future remains unpredictable.
