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Rich Chou Teases Ki MMA’s New Rules as Promotion Looks to Break From UFC Formula

Ki MMA, the bold new promotion backed by former Bellator and Strikeforce president Scott Coker, is poised to shake up the MMA landscape with a radical departure from the UFC’s established formula. The organization, which will debut its inaugural event in early 2027, has already signaled plans to introduce innovative rule changes and a distinct presentation style.

Unlike traditional cage fights, Ki MMA will stage bouts inside a ring, offering fans a fresh visual experience. Executive Rich Chou hinted at a groundbreaking approach, including a unique format for crowning its first featherweight world champion through a two-fight finale in a single night.

While adhering to North America’s unified MMA rules, Ki MMA is exploring creative adaptations for international events to engage both fighters and spectators with something different from the norm.

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