Alright, let’s talk about them UFC fightin’ gloves. You know, the ones them fellas wear when they’re beatin’ the tar outta each other. I ain’t no expert, but I’ve seen enough fights on that there TV to know a thing or two. So, listen up, and I’ll tell ya what I know.
First off, them gloves ain’t like them big ol’ puffy boxing gloves. These here UFC gloves are smaller, see? They gotta be, so them fighters can grab and wrestle and do all that fancy ground stuff. They told me on the TV that these gloves, they usually weigh ’bout 4 to 6 ounces. That ain’t much, let me tell ya. It’s like holdin’ a couple of eggs in your hands, only these eggs can knock you silly.
- Now, why 4 to 6 ounces? Well, I reckon it’s so them punches hurt more, but not so much that they kill each other right off the bat. They gotta put on a show, ya know? Gotta make it excitin’.
- And get this, they don’t just let any ol’ glove in the ring. Them gloves gotta be approved by some commission, whatever that is. Sounds fancy, huh? They gotta be open-fingered too, so them fighters can grab and hold on tight.
And it ain’t like each fighter brings their own gloves from home neither. Nope, the promoter, that’s the fella puttin’ on the fight, he’s the one who supplies the gloves. That way, everyone’s got the same kinda gloves, and nobody can cheat by usin’ some extra-padded ones or somethin’.
Now, I heard tell that if you’re just learnin’ to fight, you don’t start with them little 4-ounce gloves. No sir, you start with somethin’ bigger, like 12 to 16 ounces. That’s ’cause you ain’t used to gettin’ punched in the face yet, and you need a little more cushion. It’s like wearin’ extra thick socks when you’re breakin’ in new boots, ya know? Gotta protect them hands and feet.
But in the UFC, it’s mostly them 4-ounce gloves. That’s what the big boys wear. They say it makes the fight more excitin’, ’cause you can feel the punches more. I guess that’s true. I’ve seen some fellas get knocked out cold with one punch from them little gloves. It’s somethin’ else, I tell ya.
And it ain’t just the weight that matters, it’s the size too. You gotta get gloves that fit your hands right. If they’re too big, they’ll slip around, and you won’t be able to grip nothin’. If they’re too small, they’ll cut off your circulation, and your hands will go numb. You gotta measure around your hand, they say, to get the right fit. It’s like gettin’ fitted for a good pair of shoes, I reckon.
Some of them bigger fellas, they might wear gloves a little heavier than 6 ounces, but that’s rare. The UFC gotta approve it first. It’s all about safety, ya see? They don’t want nobody gettin’ killed in there. They just want ’em to beat each other up a little bit, for our entertainment.
So, there you have it. That’s what I know ’bout them UFC fightin’ gloves. They’re small, they’re light, and they pack a wallop. They gotta be approved, they gotta be open-fingered, and they gotta fit just right. And if you’re just startin’ out, you best get yourself some bigger gloves, ’cause them 4-ouncers will knock your teeth out. Now, let’s get back to watchin’ these fellas beat the snot outta each other!
And one more thing, I almost forgot. Them gloves, they ain’t just for punchin’. They’re for grapplin’ too. Them fighters, they use them gloves to grab onto each other, to control each other, to take each other down. It’s a whole ‘nother level of fightin’, let me tell ya. It ain’t just standin’ there and swingin’. It’s like a chess match, only with punches and kicks and chokes and stuff. It’s complicated, but it sure is excitin’ to watch.
So next time you’re watchin’ a UFC fight, pay attention to them gloves. They’re a big part of the game, even though they’re small. They’re what separates them fighters from just a couple of brawlers in a bar. They’re the tools of the trade, and them fighters know how to use ’em. And that’s all I got to say about that.
These fellas train hard, they fight hard, and them little gloves are a part of it all. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I gotta go make myself a cup of tea. All this talkin’ about fightin’ has made me thirsty.
Tags: [UFC, MMA, Gloves, Fight Gear, Weight, Mixed Martial Arts, Professional Fighting, Combat Sports]
