PRIDE Fighting Championships was a prominent mixed martial arts (MMA) organization based in Japan, active from 1997 to 2007. Known for its high-profile events, PRIDE showcased fighters from various disciplines, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and wrestling. The organization gained a reputation for its exciting matchups and unique rules, such as allowing soccer kicks and knees to the head of a grounded opponent. PRIDE was instrumental in popularizing MMA globally and featured many legendary fighters, including Fedor Emelianenko and Mirko Cro Cop. The organization was eventually acquired by Zuffa, the parent company of the UFC, leading to its dissolution.