Every fan has a different idea of what makes a bout worth remembering. Some crave the kind of war where both athletes throw everything at each other, while others prefer the chess match of elite grappling exchanges. Over the years, the sport has produced countless contests that deliver unforgettable action regardless of which style you gravitate toward.

Below are the picks of 11 regional mixed martial artists from Alberta and B.C.:

Tom O'Connor: Matt Hume vs Erik Paulson

"This bout captures what real MMA looks like, and it's one every competitor should experience. What makes it special is how each man adapts on the fly — you'll catch moments of pure kickboxing followed by brilliant ground exchanges. It was impossible to look away."

Jared Revel: Robbie Lawler vs Rory MacDonald (Second Fight)

"It was an incredible contest from start to finish. Momentum shifted constantly, which kept you locked into every single second."

Josh Morgan: Forrest Griffin vs Stephan Bonnar (TUF Finale)

"Two warriors who refused to stop fighting. Pure brilliance."

Grayson Wells: Wanderlei Silva vs Brian Stann

"That bout echoes my background outside the cage. Just fists flying until someone falls. These two put on a show worth remembering."

Chris Day: Robbie Lawler vs Rory MacDonald (Second Fight)

"Constant action, constant back-and-forth. Nothing stopped for a breath."

Marlan Hall: TJ Dillashaw vs Renan Barao (First Fight)

"TJ entered as a 7-1 underdog and Barao seemed unbeatable. Yet what TJ showed was masterful class — his footwork, timing, angles, and speed were flawless. It remains one of the finest striking displays I've seen. And Duane Ludwig's raw emotion in the corner was unforgettable."

Jamie Siraj: Robbie Lawler vs Rory MacDonald (Second Fight)

"A fast-paced, technical, brutal contest. Watching both men display heart was inspiring, especially Rory fighting through a badly broken nose. Modern technique met old-school toughness. They left everything on the canvas."

Albaraa Atmeh: Conor McGregor vs Nate Diaz (Second Fight)

"Conor had to dig deep to secure the victory, and perhaps more importantly, he had something to prove to himself."

Perry Hayer: Anderson Silva vs Chael Sonnen (First Fight)

"A bout that proved Anderson Silva's greatness, even with a rib injury holding him back."

Leo Xavier: Wanderlei Silva vs Mirko Cro Cop (Second Fight)

"Cro Cop was inflicting serious damage round after round. An absolute blast to watch — arguably my favourite stand-up performance ever."

Gwyn Berry: Robbie Lawler vs Rory MacDonald (Second Fight)

"I just loved how both men delivered. Each guy had their moments multiple times, and that stare-down between rounds was pure gold."