Weight classes exist in MMA for a reason. Every combat sport has divisions based on weight, ensuring that fighters compete against opponents of similar size and strength. However, even with weight classes in place, it's important to remember that professional martial artists are highly skilled and dangerous, regardless of their size.
In 2018, Shaquille O'Neal had a firsthand experience of this when he visited the UFC performance institute for an episode of The Big Chicken series.
During his visit, Shaq confidently proclaimed, "I would never get strangled by a girl." Little did he know what awaited him. UFC president Dana White, always up for a bit of fun, decided to challenge Shaq's assertion.
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