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Why UFC’s Jacked Legend Broke Himself | The Smashing Machine

Why UFC’s Jacked Legend Broke Himself | The Smashing Machine

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Mark Kerr—“The Smashing Machine”—was a force of nature: an NCAA champ turned MMA juggernaut. With raw power and elite wrestling, he dominated early tournaments, winning back-to-back UFC heavyweight titles and later conquering PRIDE. But behind the victories lurked battles with painkillers, injuries, and the toll of constant combat. HBO’s The Smashing Machine exposed the man beyond the cage, showing both his dominance and his demons. Though his later years brought setbacks, Kerr’s influence reshaped heavyweight MMA, spotlighting wrestler-driven control and the harsh realities of fighter health. His story endures as one of triumph, tragedy, and lasting impact—so much so that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s 2025 biopic reintroduces Kerr to a new generation, cementing him as one of MMA’s most haunting and essential figures.

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Why UFC’s Jacked Legend Broke Himself | The Smashing Machine

Why UFC’s Jacked Legend Broke Himself | The Smashing Machine

Lionel Rivera-Ramirez