mark hunt
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Fuck! They Were Good celebrates the careers of some of the most exciting and influential fighters in MMA history. This episode features Mark Hunt, the king of walk-off KOs and a criminally underrated action fighter.
After a short but fulfilling career in kickboxing, ‘The Super Samoan’ made the transition to MMA in 2004, and found immediate success in PRIDE, defeating Wanderlei Silva and Mirko Cro Cop, making him a serious threat. established its position. But then came a downturn, as Hunt suffered six straight losses, including his UFC debut, which the company reluctantly gave him after he refused a contractual buyout. What followed was one of the greatest second acts in MMA history, as Hunt established himself as one of the best fighters in the world and became a bona fide star, but his long-term relationship with the UFC An ugly late-career period marred by extensive legal battles ultimately left Hunt behind. The reputation he deserved was diminished.
What was the most iconic performance and fondest memory of Hunt’s career? Hear the MMA Fighting Team remember the man who gave MMA the atomic butt drop.
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