Having been in combat sports for over 7 years and taking many strikes to the head, I took it upon myself to really understand the benefits and drawbacks of wearing the best headgear for MMA sparring, even if it was 7 years too late! Ultimately, if you are entering into some form of combat that inflicts damage to your head, and therefore the brain, you should be considering factors to mitigate head trauma as much as possible. Wearing headgear for MMA comes down to your skill level, experience, fighting style, and ultimate goal in the sport. In this post, we break down the best headgear on the market today and how to decide whether itβs for you.