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Can a single individual be inducted in more than one wing?
Yes. While it is impossible to be in both the Pioneer and Modern wings, any other combination is allowed for an individual. For example, a retired Hall of Fame fighter may go on to become a celebrated Contributor outside of the Octagon and/or have a Fight enshrined in that category.
Think of it in terms of the well-respected Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Just like John Lennon is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as an individual musician and as a member of the Beatles, so is, for example, Forrest Griffin a member of both the Modern and Fight wings of the UFC Hall of Fame.
Are individuals who are inducted as part of a Fight (winner and loser) considered UFC Hall of Famers?
Yes. Both athletes who competed in their historic fight are full members of the UFC Hall of Fame.
How will fans be able to see the induction ceremony?
The UFC Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be live streamed on ESPN+ and UFC FIGHT PASS, UFC’s digital streaming service, and will also be made available on-demand to UFC FIGHT PASS subscribers.
With so many great fighters, contributors and fights to choose from, how does UFC come up with the specific members of each induction class?
The UFC Hall of Fame is an institution designed to not only celebrate greatness and honor those who have made outstanding contributions to the UFC, but also to connect the newer generations of fight fans with the stories of the heroes of the sport’s past. In just a few decades, the UFC and the sport of MMA have forged a rich history. There are so many great fighters, fights and contributions to celebrate – and the UFC Hall of Fame will take the proper time to tell these stories and preserve their legacies for future generations. Some inductions may be timed to take storytelling advantages of anniversaries and other factors, while at other times mundane things like a candidates availability to be in attendance could be a factor, too.
What do inductees actually receive when they become Hall of Famers?
All inductees receive a special UFC Hall of Fame trophy.