MMA History Podcast · MMA Detective Mike Davis, Joey Venti

The Forgotten Father of MMA: Marco Ruas' Untold Story - UFC's FIRST Complete Fighter.

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Who was Marco Ruas, the barefoot Brazilian who stalked the octagon before MMA even had a name?

This episode explores the life and legacy of Marco Ruas, a pioneering Brazilian fighter considered the forgotten father of modern MMA. It covers his origins, revolutionary UFC run, and how his well-rounded skills and philosophy shaped the sport's early days.

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