10 Most Signified Moves Of MMA By UFC Fighters

MMA is a sport of strategy, adaptability, and technique. While fighters use a diverse array of moves to keep an edge, some have mastered specific techniques to the point where they are almost synonymous with their names. These signature moves have not only shaped careers but have also become legends in their own right.

top 10 signature moves that have left an indelible mark on the MMA world

1. Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic – Left Leg (Roundhouse Kick)

 

Arguably the most feared strike in MMA history, Mirko Cro Cop’s left roundhouse kick is iconic. With the famous phrase “Right leg, hospital; left leg, cemetery,” Cro Cop’s devastating kick struck fear into opponents, whether it landed on the head or the body. Having spent most of his prime in Pride FC, Cro Cop’s left leg became a symbol of brutality and precision. His ability to end fights with a single kick earned him a legendary status in MMA and made his left leg a tool of nightmares.

2. Conor McGregor – Left Hand (The Notorious Left)

 

Conor McGregor’s left hand is a weapon that has ended many fights. This perfect mix of power, speed, and timing with his left-hand makes him as synonymous with knockouts. As one of the MMA’s greatest counter-strikers, he always had an uncanny knack to land that punch. Many of his finishing techniques resulted in an amazing percentage-86% of victories ending in knockouts or technical knockouts. It’s no wonder the left hand of McGregor is feared in the world of MMA.

3. Jon Jones – Spinning Elbow

 

Jon Jones is undoubtedly one of the most unpredictable fighters in MMA, where he can easily switch to grappling and striking. However, among his arsenal of unique attacks, the signature move is the spinning elbow. With his 84.5-inch reach, Jones can throw elbows from a distance at which most opponents are simply out of range to react in time. He sets this up often by pretending he is going for a takedown, getting the opponents to relax before launching in with the devastating strike. Jones’ spinning elbow has been one of his weapons of success, and its effectiveness has made it perhaps the most recognized move in the sport.

4. Ovince St. Preux – Von Flue Choke

 

Not one of the flashiest submissions in MMA, Ovince St. Preux has made the Von Flue Choke his own. Rare and highly deceptive, the Von Flue choke is used to counter an opponent’s guillotine choke. St. Preux has mastered the art of this move so much that he often times puts himself in a guillotine position, tempting his opponents into a false sense of security before applying the submission. The move has won St. Preux four UFC victories, and his ability to perfect it has made it feared in his arsenal.

5. Anderson Silva – Front Kick (The “Silva Kick”)

 

One of the most spectacular and unexpected knockout moves in MMA history is Anderson Silva’s front kick to the chin. The timing and precision of Silva’s delivery of this strike earned him one of the most iconic knockouts in UFC history against Vitor Belfort. Often caught on film in slow motion, the move underlines Silva’s fluidity and creativity inside the octagon, making his front kick one of the most famous techniques in MMA.

6. George St-Pierre – Super Man Punch

 

George St-Pierre was known for his versatility and well-rounded skill set, and his Superman punch became a signature move in which he would leap forward with a punch, surprising his opponents with a very unpredictable technique. The Superman punch was a huge tool in his striking arsenal, often causing significant damage or setting up other strikes, and was a large part of his dominant career.

7. Ronda Rousey – Armbar (The Ronda Armbar)

 

Before her loss to Holly Holm, Ronda Rousey’s armbar was feared as one of the most lethal submissions in MMA. With a swift transition to the armbar position, Rousey would often secure the finish within seconds of closing the distance. Her mastery of this move, coupled with her judo background, allowed her to submit 12 of her 14 opponents, making the armbar synonymous with her name during her undefeated streak.

8. Tony Ferguson – D’Arce Choke

 

Tony Ferguson’s D’Arce choke can be described with a view to his bizarre approach as well as having complete proficiency in submission grappling. Most of all known for this unpredictable, dynamic way he approaches grappling, where he catches other people out by winning multiples through his D’Arce chokes. His flow from one spot to the next can only be considered horrific if ever a man becomes subjected on the ground by Tony.

9. Daniel Cormier – Duck Under and Slam

 

Daniel Cormier, one of the best wrestlers in MMA, is also known for his devastating duck under and slam technique. Whether in the clinch or during exchanges on the feet, Cormier makes use of his powerful wrestling to duck under his opponent’s strikes and slam him to the mat. This, along with his incredible ground game control, served him to dominate light heavy and heavyweight and also brought him the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship and Heavyweight Championship.

10. Israel Adesanya – Left Hook (The “Stylebender” Hook)

 

Israel Adesanya is one of the most creative strikers in MMA. He has made his left hook a signature move, known for his dynamic striking and exceptional footwork. The left hook comes out of nowhere and lands at the most unexpected moments, whether in counter-attacks or offensive combinations. It has been a staple of Adesanya’s striking game and has led to many knockouts and stunning victories.

These signature moves are a testament to the extraordinary level of skill and dedication required to make a technique synonymous with a fighter’s name. From devastating kicks to precise submissions, these fighters have not only mastered their moves but also made them an integral part of their fighting identity. Each of these signature moves has left a lasting legacy in MMA, reminding us of the brilliance that can be achieved through the relentless pursuit of perfection in one’s craft.

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