…this is weird, but I've suddenly realized that I'd find MMA competitions infinitely more tolerable if there was a moment after, where you had the two fighters, sharing a beer or a beverage of their choice, and just happily chatting about what they liked about the fight and what they'd like to see more from their opponents in future, complimenting their opponents on their moves and skills.
Like, that'd completely change the nature of MMA culture, but I'd watch that. So much.
@tariqk yeah, retaining the physical contest without necessity of painting anger/rage all over it would surely make it different, and in a good way
@palecur It's not just the physical contest! It's the fact that they're doing it, they're helping each other up, and if you listen to them, you can be one of them, too. It's access, it's support, it's everything that's missing from a lot of stuff dudes gravitate around.
@tariqk yeah, all solid points!