Based in the United States, the WXC has eight weight divisions and enforces the Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts.

Showcasing fighters of different disciplines — including Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Karate and other styles — the WXC sought to provide authentic and most effective martial art in a real fight.

Fighters must use approved light-weight open-fingered gloves, that include at least 1" of padding around the knuckles, (110 to 170 g / 4 to 6 ounces) that allow fingers to grab.

These gloves enable fighters to punch with less risk of an injured or broken hand, while retaining the ability to grab and grapple.

A mouthguard and jockstrap with protective cup are also required and is checked by a State Athletic Committee official before being allowed to enter the cage/ring.

However, in a unanimous or split draw, each fighter does score an equal number of win judgments from the three judges (0 or 1, respectively).

Fighters will typically get paid money to fight with an additional bonus if they win.

The size of these bonuses varies by event, but, for less well-known fighters, they can be several times larger than the contracted amount for the fight.