The Deadliest Sports on Earth: Ranked

Punching and Kicking

The most common injuries in MMA are facial lacerations (from toenails and blunt force) and concussions. Concussions are the largest cause for concern; they're the silent killer. Only three people have died due to MMA in the past 20 years, but that's only because they have trained medical staff ready to jump in at a moment's notice. 

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