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by Thomas Hudson

Fans of MMA are a diverse group of individuals. However, many of the fans of the sport fall into one or more categories that describe their view of the sport. The following analysis will describe the different categories and try to explain their motivations.

The Haters

The Haters are among the most easily recognized group of fans. They are adamant in their views and cannot be reasoned with. They can hate both fighters and organizations. When encountered on forums, they are often seen calling those they disagree with by some very unflattering names. If you dare disagree with them, they will often call you a “fanboy” (see below) of the subject of their hate. They also tend to type in all capital letters, which is the equivalent of screaming on the internet. They are the epitome of the “keyboard warrior” as they hide behind their anonymity and have no fear of retribution from those they spew their hate against. If by chance you meet a Hater in person, you should be careful as this sort of fan would be the most likely to become “unhinged”.

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