World MMA Awards


The World MMA Awards are awards presented by Fighters Only magazine to honor exceptional performance in various aspects of mixed martial arts. Winners are presented with the Fighters Only silver statuette. The World MMA Awards are divided into over twenty categories. The first World MMA Awards ceremony was held in 2008. From their inception to the present, award winners have been chosen through online fan voting. It is the most prestigious award event in the world of MMA.

Active award categories

The Charles ‘Mask’ Lewis Fighter of the Year

For the 2010 awards, the Fighter of the Year award was renamed The Charles ‘Mask’ Lewis Fighter of the Year award in commemoration of Tapout co-founder Charles Lewis Jr..
This award was originally known as the European Fighter of the Year.
This award was renamed the International Fighter of the Year from 2010 onward. It is Awarded to the leading mixed martial artist from outside of the Americas.
For the 2012 awards, the Coach of the Year award was renamed The Shawn Tompkins Coach of the Year award in commemoration of Shawn Tompkins.
Awarded to the leading industry executive in the world of MMA.
This honor is decided by the awards panel.
Special Achievement Award
Outstanding Contribution to MMA
Lifetime Achievement

Best MMA Brand

Best Overall Clothing.
Best MMA Clothing.
Best Lifestyle Clothing Brand.
Best MMA Shorts.
Best Technical Clothing Brand.
Best MMA Gloves.
Best Technical Equipment.