2v1 MMA fight?

[shivansps]

not sure if a thread about it has been posted here.

anyway, recently videos are being recommended to me by YouTube and it is about a 2V1 MMA fight, at first I was curious and thought about how would this work and how unfair it would be for the 1 guy but to be honest I find the fight intriguing and enjoyable. now I am curious, do you think this type of fight would be popular in sportsbooks? to be honest, I think this could get popular if enough hype is put into it.

if anyone is curious here's the most recent fight that I have watched https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyfQRhGwcRk

If we are talking about two people fighting against one at the same time, then to me this no longer seems like a gentlemanly and fair sport, but like wild competitions. In this case, the level of the opponents must be very different, that is, the fighter who fights against two must be much stronger, otherwise it will be very difficult for him to compete. I probably wouldn’t place bets on such events.

[acroman08]

But I really find this ridiculous and unfair since I don't think there's no way for a single person to win on two guys. We are not in film and we are dealing reality here so I guess that's crazy act and this might ruin the reputation of this sports since many would think that everything happened their is unrealistic. We know a lot of guys want to see some realistic fight or intense action especially on physical sports.

but the guy just did win, though, from the looks of it, the other two fighters seem like amateurs and aren't that well-trained compared to the MMA fighter. also, I don't think it'll ruin the sport, 2v1 MMA fight basically just increases the challenge the MMA fighter faces and it'll be hella impressive if the lone fighter wins the match. As I mentioned before I think this kind of MMA fight has a potential if they polish it enough like how they did in UFC.

[bakasabo]

But I really find this ridiculous and unfair since I don't think there's no way for a single person to win on two guys. We are not in film and we are dealing reality here so I guess that's crazy act and this might ruin the reputation of this sports since many would think that everything happened their is unrealistic. We know a lot of guys want to see some realistic fight or intense action especially on physical sports.

but the guy just did win, though, from the looks of it, the other two fighters seem like amateurs and aren't that well-trained compared to the MMA fighter. also, I don't think it'll ruin the sport, 2v1 MMA fight basically just increases the challenge the MMA fighter faces and it'll be hella impressive if the lone fighter wins the match. As I mentioned before I think this kind of MMA fight has a potential if they polish it enough like how they did in UFC.

You have said it - well trained person vs amateurs. It does not matter if they were 2, 3 or 4 opponents, a well-trained fighter has pain threshold greater than all of them. When it is enough for amateur guy to stop the fight after few punches to the face or low kicks, professional fighter can hold many of them.

P.S. Suppose those two win in a championship, they got belt and share it? Or each will get a half of it?

[bittraffic]

But I really find this ridiculous and unfair since I don't think there's no way for a single person to win on two guys. We are not in film and we are dealing reality here so I guess that's crazy act and this might ruin the reputation of this sports since many would think that everything happened their is unrealistic. We know a lot of guys want to see some realistic fight or intense action especially on physical sports.

but the guy just did win, though, from the looks of it, the other two fighters seem like amateurs and aren't that well-trained compared to the MMA fighter. also, I don't think it'll ruin the sport, 2v1 MMA fight basically just increases the challenge the MMA fighter faces and it'll be hella impressive if the lone fighter wins the match. As I mentioned before I think this kind of MMA fight has a potential if they polish it enough like how they did in UFC.

You have said it - well trained person vs amateurs. It does not matter if they were 2, 3 or 4 opponents, a well-trained fighter has pain threshold greater than all of them. When it is enough for amateur guy to stop the fight after few punches to the face or low kicks, professional fighter can hold many of them.

P.S. Suppose those two win in a championship, they got belt and share it? Or each will get a half of it?

The skinny guy and the other fat man are just a joke. Can't see how they prepared for this fight but even the most unprepared featherweight MMA pro would KO a LH with one strike at the right moment which is what those two guys don't know what to do.

I don't know if this tournament is really regulated by the sports commission but I doubt something like this will be approved actually unless they are just a joke like the WWE.

[bakasabo]

The skinny guy and the other fat man are just a joke. Can't see how they prepared for this fight but even the most unprepared featherweight MMA pro would KO a LH with one strike at the right moment which is what those two guys don't know what to do.

That is also the reason why this fight looks unfair - all of them perhaps are from different weight class. Dont know how to comment on this except saying this is just a freak fight. Dont know how or why people like to watch fights like that, since there are also 3x3 fights, man vs woman under MMA rules, MMA fight in a very small cage (about 2x2 meters), a fight where one team fights against other but they do it one by one (if one member losses, he is replaced with other teammate), and they do in a rectangular and narrow ring.

[Yatsan]

I would not watch or support such kind of activity, as this does not look like sport and be fair, to me. First of all it isnt fair have 2 vs 1 kind of fight. Secondly, if that guy, who fought alone is more skilled, then why dont he face someone who has similar skill level? Thirdly, should rules of this fight be fair for both sides? I mean that the guy who fights alone should have some kind of advantage.

I agree, it just pleases the audiences on this match but what if something bad happens to the mma fighter due to the imbalance on the number of fighters? Yes they're trained professionals but no one's certain of accidents and vicious hits that could end someone's career. This sport is meant to be played by two single parties and that simply means a one on one match unlike with other sports such as Basketball which are better being played by teams. I also agree with the idea of imbalance and possible inconsistencies of the match operations. This is the same with fighting someone on a higher level than you are.
A fight is a fight, anything could happen that can endanger a fighter's life. Quite against with the idea as well.

[bakasabo]

I understand that this fully entertainment and we should not consider such fights as serious. But if promotions will be lead by fans that asks for more and more entertainment, that what we would have next in future? Fights 3 vs 1, where that alone fighter has a knife? I am telling you, soon, fans will find such fights boring and would ask for more. In conclusion, I would not watch such events, that is not  sport.

[redsun114]

I've watched 3v3 but 1v2? That does not seem fair to me no matter how you look at it and since people enjoy MMA fights nowadays they make it more interesting for them and add these kinds of shows. As I watched the match, it gave me double excitement and I'm actually cheering that the 1 guy and he seems skilled enough to beat them and he actually won the match. Unbelievable, he demolished them both by letting them tire first and finishing them with knockouts and kimura.

I have only seen 1v2 in a Wrestling match before but it's okay because it was only built for entertainment and then they aren't still harming their selves too much because they are professionally trained. I haven't seen 3v3 yet and it seems crazy because the octagon ring in MMA is only small. Can't imagine the situation of the fighters inside it lol. MMA is already popular even before. That is because it is exciting to watch and they make it more exciting by adding variations like this.

It may seem unfair at first if we are new to it but not once we know that it's also possible for 1 fighter to win against his two opponents and the match won't be possible if they know that one fighter is not skilled enough.

[Hispo]

I watched it 'till the end. Is this an official match? It seems the two fighters were amateurs and the one is professional, as it would be really a disaster to one if the other two were professionals. Maybe this was an exhibition match as the fighters have different weight class (based on the video). Well this kind of thing were interesting if it's an official match, but I really think the one could have a disadvantage of the other two we're pro because they can lock out the one and then the other one just keep striking lol  

At first, it did not make sense to me some organization or group decided to host a a fight of two versus one, since there is a clear advantage for the two guys, but after reading your post, it completely makes sense those two people to be amateurs while the single one being a professional fighter.
I believe there could be people out there on the internet willing to bet their money on fights under that format, to be honest. It is a fight between number/raw strength versus experience/technique.
If casinos realized someone this is some sort of trend people is catching, so they can get more entertainment out their bets, then I would not be surprised if they decided to include those fights in their betting markets, otherwise it will continue to be a niche, only for a handful of people who wish to bet with friends and family.

[goaldigger]

I understand that this fully entertainment and we should not consider such fights as serious. But if promotions will be lead by fans that asks for more and more entertainment, that what we would have next in future? Fights 3 vs 1, where that alone fighter has a knife? I am telling you, soon, fans will find such fights boring and would ask for more. In conclusion, I would not watch such events, that is not  sport.

There will always be a bias here and seriously this is indeed for entertainment purposes only and I won’t bet on any fight like this as they are more prone to biases and a scripted fights. If you’re into sports betting and a match like this, then you should be more careful and bet only on a real fight. This is indeed interesting to watch but betting should not be the option here.

[Casdinyard]

not sure if a thread about it has been posted here.

anyway, recently videos are being recommended to me by YouTube and it is about a 2V1 MMA fight, at first I was curious and thought about how would this work and how unfair it would be for the 1 guy but to be honest I find the fight intriguing and enjoyable. now I am curious, do you think this type of fight would be popular in sportsbooks? to be honest, I think this could get popular if enough hype is put into it.

if anyone is curious here's the most recent fight that I have watched https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyfQRhGwcRk

so every wrestling/MMA league’s slowly devolving into showmanship and WWE huh?

In one hand this is certainly something I would watch out of curiosity, since I would want to see how the mechanics of the game play out, how they declare winners, and how they make sure that the fight is still relatively fair, cause let’s face it no matter what they have to make sure it’s fair otherwise people are just going to see bloodbath. Which if you are into, I might have to call on the cops on you.

Kiddings aside there’s a lot of nuance and disgruntling concepts behind 2v1 MMA fights, that I don’t see it becoming successful or anything. It would be a niche fan favorite I would say, but it wouldn’t gain massive and dedicated following, that’s for sure.

[AmoreJaz]

I understand that this fully entertainment and we should not consider such fights as serious. But if promotions will be lead by fans that asks for more and more entertainment, that what we would have next in future? Fights 3 vs 1, where that alone fighter has a knife? I am telling you, soon, fans will find such fights boring and would ask for more. In conclusion, I would not watch such events, that is not  sport.

There will always be a bias here and seriously this is indeed for entertainment purposes only and I won’t bet on any fight like this as they are more prone to biases and a scripted fights. If you’re into sports betting and a match like this, then you should be more careful and bet only on a real fight. This is indeed interesting to watch but betting should not be the option here.

And besides, I believe this type of fight is prone to chaotic scenarios inside the ring. I also don't know about the protocols here, it may not be scripted but this is quite hard for the one fighter trying to beat 2 other fighters. This may really fall into entertainment fight and can possibly scripted to who will emerge the winner at the end.

[blckhawk]

That's interesting to watch but it's definitely an unfair match, there's no way that any prominent promotion will promote it though. Maybe the new and upcoming fighting promotions will do it though, I've seen some fighting club do this but it's a free for all match where they put in a lot of fighters in the octagon, not sure if that's true but I've seen it featured in one of those Facebook pages.

[STT]

Sounds funny but not a bettable event really.  More a fight for the viewing figures then something bettable or that serious at all.   Good idea for funny fight moves, scripted show etc.   I'd love to see it

This would all fit in with the show fight meta thats been going on a while now in special events.   If they can make it work to that extent then someone is making money but I dont find these events to be that reliable for betting on, who knows how they organize a fight which isnt really a sports determined fight.