The Ultimate Fighting Championship has seen its fair share of brutal contests where fighters push their bodies to the limit.<\/p>\n
Over the years, some matches have resulted in injuries that are etched in fans’ memories due to their severity. Here’s a ranked list of the most gruesome injuries in UFC history, shedding light on the risks fighters take in the octagon.<\/p>\n
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December 28, 2013, at Ultimate Fighting Championship<\/a> 168 marks one of the most infamous moments in UFC history<\/b>.<\/p>\n Anderson Silva’s attempt at reclaiming his title was cut short when Chris Weidman checked a kick<\/b>, resulting in Silva breaking his leg<\/b>. The injury required a titanium rod<\/b> and a six-month medical suspension<\/b>.<\/p>\n Silva’s career was never the same after this injury\u200b\u200b\u200b.<\/p>\n <\/iframe><\/p>\n During UFC Fight Night 16<\/b> on December 10, 2008<\/b>, Corey Hill faced a terrifying injury<\/b> as his leg snapped, a moment that left fans in horror. This was one of the most memorable UFC matches in history.<\/p>\n <\/iframe><\/p>\n On November 15, 2014<\/b>, at UFC 180<\/b>, Jessica Eye landed a punch that caused Leslie Smith’s cauliflower ear to burst<\/b>, leading to a doctor’s stoppage.<\/p>\n <\/iframe><\/p>\n Despite winning against Chael Sonnen<\/b> on April 27, 2013, at UFC 159<\/b>, Jon Jones suffered a horrific toe dislocation<\/b>. The injury was so severe it went unnoticed until the adrenaline wore off<\/b>, showing the sheer toughness and focus of fighters even in the face of injury\u200b\u200b\u200b.<\/p>\n <\/iframe><\/p>\n At UFC 48<\/b> on June 19, 2004, Frank Mir delivered a bone-chilling armbar to Tim Sylvia<\/b>, snapping his forearm<\/b> and showcasing the lethal submission skills present in UFC\u200b.<\/p>\n <\/iframe><\/p>\n During their fight on January 17, 2016<\/b>, Matt Mitrione suffered a broken orbital bone<\/b> due to repeated eye pokes from Travis Browne, highlighting the dangers even the simplest mistakes can pose in a fight\u200b.<\/p>\n <\/iframe><\/p>\n On August 10, 2019, a flying knee from Luque broke<\/b> Perry’s nose and reshaped it<\/b> literally. This injury is a bloody testament to the violence and unpredictability of mixed martial arts\u200b.<\/p>\nUFC Fight Night 16: Corey Hill’s Leg Injury<\/h2>\n
UFC 180: Eye vs. Smith and the Burst Ear Incident<\/h2>\n
UFC 159: Jon Jones’ Toe Dislocation<\/h2>\n
Frank Mir vs. Tim Sylvia: The Arm Snap<\/h2>\n
The Eye Poke Incident in Browne-Mitrione Bout<\/h2>\n
Unforgettable Night of Vicente Luque vs. Mike Perry<\/h2>\n