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The sport of mixed martial arts and promotional giants like the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Bellator MMA might not exist today if not for the thousands of regional events that occur each and every year.

Sometimes, a new organization pops up, tries its best and puts together a few shows before folding. Other times, a long-running regional series like King of the Cage or Ring of Combat last for years and continue to churn out frequent fight cards, all while keep the farm systems for larger promotions stocked with talent. MMA superstars all get their start somewhere.

The latest installment of the Sherdog Top 10 series spotlights the best regional fight cards ever assembled:

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HONORABLE MENTIONS: Cage Rage 16, King of the Cage 23, Ring of Combat 31, Revolution Fighting Championship 1, International Fighting Championship “Warriors Challenge 9”

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Number 10 » Tachi Palace Fights 9