Well, it appears the moderately talented thugs that train in MMA competitions have been given the nod in this debate, generally (it appears) based on their training:
Striking, takedowns, ground control practiced in a dynamic context in lieu of actually killing people on a regular basis is perhaps the best training FOR killing people on a regular basis (at least unarmed). This can also be substantiated by the number of NHB fighters who train and/or are in some form of Special Forces. Not to mention that many of these MMA'ers ARE exceptionally skilled martial artists.
Arguments for professional boxers have lacked any hard evidence, as have the little old ladies in China that can rip people apart. And there appears to be some evidence to the contrary, I posted a few clips.
There has only been one "streetfighter" that has made an appearance, and he was tuned by an amateur MMA'er.
But in the end, there can only be one winner. And I have it. Yes, this is the ONE MAN that can defeat the greatest skilled fighters in all the world ... unarmed, without even touching them. I shouldn't even show you this clip for fear of unravelling the small, puny world in which all of you inhabit.
But I am kind.
Ha! Seriously, this is an amusing clip. And I think it addresses a great deal of "hype" in the martial arts ... and the degree to which suggestibility affects better judgement.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQdJf-rTVFo
Best,
Z.