Tough Guy Contest
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Not to be confused with Toughman Contest.
The Tough Guy Contest, founded in 1979 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania by CV Productions, Inc., introduced regulated mixed martial arts competition in the United States and established the first MMA league.[1][2][3]
Quick Facts Company type, Industry ...
Company type | Private |
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Industry | Mixed martial arts promotion |
Founded | 1979 (1979) |
Defunct | 1983 (1983) |
Fate | Outlawed 1983 |
Headquarters | , |
Owner | Bill Viola, Frank Caliguri |
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The Tough Guy contest was also promoted as "Battle of the Tough Guys" and "Battle of the Brawlers" before rebranding to "Super Fighters."[1][2][4]