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Introduction of UFC
Combat sports changed forever on a cold winter night in Denver in November 1993. The world was introduced to mixed martial arts at UFC 1 held at the McNichol Sports Arena.
McNichol Sports Arena History
The arena hosted a variety of sports and events, including the NBA, but it was the UFC 1 event that left a lasting impact on martial arts.
Demolition of Iconic Venue
Despite its historic significance, the McNichol Sports Arena was demolished in January 2000 and is now a car park, marking the end of an era.
Legacy of UFC 1
The first UFC event laid the foundations for the growth of mixed martial arts and set the stage for the promotion to become one of the biggest in sports.
UFC 300 at T-Mobile Arena
As the UFC prepares to host its 300th pay-per-view event at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, the legacy of UFC 1 lives on in the ever-evolving world of MMA.
