The event was seen live on pay per view in the United States, and later released on home video.

A fictional UFC 10, staged at the Grand Olympic Auditorium, is featured during one scene in the film Virtuosity, including an appearance from fighter Ken Shamrock.

The card featured an eight man tournament, as well as two alternate bouts in case of an injury, and to fill time for the pay-per-view broadcast.

UFC 10 featured the first appearance of Mark Coleman, who beat fan favorite Don Frye to win the tournament.

It was also the first time that Bruce Buffer announced the fights inside the Octagon, replacing Rich Goins.