UNITED STATES — October 8, 2026 — Legendary mixed martial arts promoter Scott Coker is preparing to write a new chapter in combat sports with Ki MMA, an emerging promotion built around a vision of athlete development, international competition and a renewed approach to MMA entertainment.

In a newly released documentary, “Building an MMA Promotion by Scott Coker & Friends: A Closer Look at Ki MMA,” produced by Uncrowned, Coker offers an inside look at the challenges and opportunities involved in creating a professional MMA organization from the ground up.

The film explores Coker’s philosophy of establishing a fighter-first culture, emphasizing the importance of building an organization that supports athletes while identifying and developing the next generation of MMA stars.

A central element of his vision is the return of the World Grand Prix tournament format, bringing a competitive structure that places tournament progression and championship opportunities at the heart of the promotion.

Drawing on his extensive experience in combat sports promotion, Coker discusses the foundations required to build a successful organization, from recruiting talented fighters to establishing a distinctive identity in an increasingly competitive global MMA market.

The documentary also highlights the broader ambitions behind Ki MMA and Coker’s perspective on where the sport is heading, offering fans and industry professionals a closer look at the development of a new promotion.

Premiered on October 8, 2026, the Uncrowned Film provides an opportunity to hear directly from one of MMA’s most influential promoters as he outlines his plans for the next generation of professional mixed martial arts.

A new promotion. A fighter-first philosophy. The return of the World Grand Prix. Scott Coker is looking toward the future of MMA.

Watch the documentary: ⁠Uncrowned — Powered by Ariel Helwani and Yahoo! Sports