Vale Tudo

Vale Tudo, meaning "anything goes" in Portuguese, is a Brazilian combat sport emphasizing minimal rules and maximum fight engagement. It originated in Brazil’s martial arts scene and allows a wide range of techniques, including striking, grappling, and submissions. Unlike regulated MMA, early Vale Tudo event rules were limited, focusing more on testing fighters’ skills rather than safety restrictions. Over time, it influenced modern mixed martial arts by showcasing a diverse array of fighting styles without much regulation. Today, Vale Tudo remains a term associated with unregulated or less-regulated combat sports emphasizing full contact and skill diversity.