Bryce Mitchell advocates for face stomps in MMA rule changes

Bryce Mitchell expressed his views on MMA rules during a social media post on November 4, 2026. The UFC bantamweight is against a proposed ban on oblique kicks and argues that face stomps to grounded opponents should be made legal, akin to regulations from the Pride era. He described MMA as a brutal sport and believes that some current rules favor fighters who avoid risk. In his post, Mitchell suggested removing rounds and banning weight cuts to enhance the fighting experience. His stance comes amid ongoing discussions about altering kick regulations in mixed martial arts.

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