Ohio commission explains licensing of CM Punk by comparing him to Brock Lesnar

As Phil Brooks, also known as CM Punk, prepares for his mixed martial arts (MMA) and UFC debut at UFC 203 in Cleveland, Ohio on Saturday, there are questions regarding how he’ll perform on the world’s most elite stage of the sport.

There’s also a question of how Brooks has been granted a professional license to fight in the state.

According to an issue first raised by Combat Sports Law, Ohio Administrative Code 3773-7-20(E) requires a fighter seeking licensure in Ohio to have at least five amateur bouts and a winning record in those contests. However, a fighter “may appeal to the executive director or Ohio athletic commission to have this waived.”

Requirements for licensure can vary widely state to state. However, Brooks, who has no competitive athletic background or any amateur fights, would need that requirement …

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