Superheroes, Villains and Mercenaries of the UFC
Superman has his strength.
Batman has his intelligence.
The Flash has his speed.
As part of a world whose inhabitants possess superhuman capabilities and take part in a timeless battle between good and evil, these heroes need their powers.
But just like these comic book standouts, UFC fighters are also thrown into a perilous world of chaotic disorder.
They, too, must adapt and overcome by tapping into inhuman strengths and pinpointing opponent's weaknesses.
While many fighters strive for greatness in the eyes of good, evil and covetous entities also roam the unpredictable landscape.
In effort to distinguish between these unflappable characters of destruction, here are the superheroes, villains and mercenaries of the UFC.
The Flash: Demetrious Johnson
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Easily the quickest superhero of all, The Flash offers the ability to react at light speed and maintain unimaginable endurance.
He can not only run laps around his adversaries, but he always seems to get better every time he's pushed to the edge.
While his movement reigns supreme, The Flash can also think fast, allowing him to intelligently pick his opponents apart.
The Blob: Roy Nelson
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Equipped with a body capable of absorbing unprecedented amounts of punishment, The Blob is one of the toughest individuals to put away.
While his coated exterior helps prolong his effectiveness, it is The Blob's strength and power that give him an offensive advantage.
This natural ability has grown exponentially over the years, which is why he's currently one of the most dangerous characters around.
Professor X: Greg Jackson
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Professor X is a genius.
His aptitude for discovering talent, honing it and reshaping it into a powerful force is second to none.
With telepathic powers that make him capable of knowing just what his opponents will do before they're able to do it, Professor X always gives his students the best chance to win.
She-Hulk: Bethe Correia
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She-Hulk is an incomparable force to be reckoned with.
Her superhuman strength and tenacity make her easily the most powerful and physically imposing heroine around.
An expert in hand-to-hand combat, She-Hulk is simply too much for any opponent willing to test her skill set, especially considering she can transform at will.
Batman: Frankie Edgar
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As the only member of the superhero universe without any superpower, Batman is in a league of his own.
With an unprecedented intelligence and observational skill set, the Dark Knight makes up for a lack of size and power by utilizing other tools, such as his movement and the element of surprise.
No matter how difficult the odds, Batman always rises to the occasion.
Thor: Robbie Lawler
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Thor is a brute.
Equipped with a powerful hammer that only he can command, the herculean force is able to muscle his way past any obstacle.
His abilities reflect the durability, longevity and strength of a god.
Beast: Cain Velasquez
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Beast is a very intellectual hero.
Capable of outpointing his foe or overpowering him with bestial terror, his actions are always calculated.
With a high tolerance for pain, inhuman durability and razor-sharp technique on his side, Beast is able to dissect his foe with relative ease.
Spider-Man: Anthony Pettis
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Spider-Man is one of the most formidable superheroes around.
Often seen weaving webs to capture his enemies and eliminate them with superhuman reflexes and agility, the hero is both offensively and defensively sound.
Whether he's standing in front of an enemy or clinging to nearby surfaces, Spider-Man is an elusive mastermind who is one of the best pound-for-pound good guys on the planet.
Wonder Woman: Ronda Rousey
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Wonder Woman is the female Superman.
Her abilities include super strength, improved healing, quick reflexes and unparalleled stamina.
When she isn't beating up her enemies, Wonder Woman takes on a more peaceful identity, Diana Prince.
Carnage: Matt Brown
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Viciously unstable when confronted with conflict, Carnage is as unpredictable as they come.
With an inhuman appetite for disaster and destruction, the extraterrestrial entity is incapable of stopping his brutality.
He is a force that can be defeated but will always claw his way back to the top.
Doctor Doom: Josh Barnett
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An imposing mastermind who once ruled the world and still considers himself the smartest around, Doctor Doom is truly a throwback villain.
Capable of manipulating his enemies and destroying their will to survive, the master of war knows when and how to attack.
He may not be the most powerful entity around today, but Doctor Doom remains forever dangerous.
Deadpool: Conor McGregor
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Deadpool is a bona fide mercenary, meaning he doesn't discriminate between good and evil when it comes to making money.
Instead, the charismatic martial artist will utilize his superhuman flexibility, agility and telepathic immunity to defeat any and all foes.
He is the product of all who came before him and an evolving species of perfected destruction.
The Hulk: Mark Hunt
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Incapable of giving up, The Hulk is an ultimate warrior.
Blessed with unworldly strength and aggression, he often finds himself standing over defeated enemies.
With an ability to activate his adrenaline and feed into his power, The Hulk always adapts to overcome copious amounts of adversity.
Red Star: Khabib Nurmagomedov
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Hailing from a cold Russian landscape, Red Star is as tough as they come.
Fitted with a strong exterior, unflappable endurance and a physical augmentation that has exponentially evolved his powers, the superhero is a formidable threat to any enemy.
He may not be as well known as other names on this list, but Red Star will have his day of reckoning.
Wolverine: Johny Hendricks
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With fists laced with Adamantium, Wolverine is a hand-to-hand combat specialist.
More beast than human, he often welcomes a bloody battle instead of trying to avoid one.
Capable of regenerating every part of his body, even his head, Wolverine can absorb a titanic amount of punishment and keep moving forward.
Superman: Jon Jones
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As the most well-rounded superhero there is, one known for his limitless strength and speed, Superman is practically unbeatable.
For the most part, he's of the people and for the people, but Superman will do anything to get the job done.
His biggest weakness is Kryptonite, which is very difficult to find.
Lex Luther: Dana White
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An unorthodox mastermind, Lex Luther will do anything to flex his power and craft his public persona.
Fueled by unparalleled wealth and intelligence, Luther will do whatever he deems necessary to succeed and grow.
He has often butted heads with Superman, but the thick-skinned intellect knows he needs the Man of Steel to remain relevant.
Doomsday: Daniel Cormier
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Equipped with superhuman strength and endurance, Doomsday is an undefeated freak of nature.
Capable of evolving and adapting to any environment he's thrust into, the invulnerable dynamo is a conqueror of many worlds.
He is responsible for the death of Superman and many other unsuspecting souls.
Captain America: Chris Weidman
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Captain America is the ultimate poster boy.
Skillfully trained in martial arts, the Captain is able to utilize his Olympic-like athleticism and tactical prowess to preserve everything good.
He has made a living out of defeating foreign threats, but his jurisdiction knows no bounds.
Iron Man: Rory MacDonald
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Equipped with the newest technologies and most up-to-date weaponry, Iron Man is a generational trailblazer.
He's savvy, collected, confident and more than capable of beating his enemies at their own game.
His proficiency is often admired and will only evolve as his intelligence and maturity expand.
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