Cheick Kongo

TRAINING: I train with the Wolfslair – we have a lot of big guys and train all aspects of MMA every day.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training when I was 5 years old and now I am at the peak of my career, it’s my time!

What ranks and titles have you held? 2005 World Champion Federation King of the Rings

Do you have any heroes? My mother and my older brother

What is your favorite technique? To use whatever is necessary to defeat my opponent. I have several techniques.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s an honor for me as it’s the “place to be”!

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Two years of college in France.

What was your job before you started fighting? I was a commercial agent for a French brand.

• Win over Barry was one of the great comebacks in UFC history. He also earned Knockout of the Night honors

• Has shown devastating striking technique in his kickboxing bouts.

Fight History

Skill Breakdown

Charts are compiled based on results from all fights.

Total Fights:	16
Record:	27-7-2
Summary:	training since 5 years old, focus and dedication

Fighter Info

From:	Paris France
Age:	36
Height:	6′ 4" ( 193 cm )
Weight:	240 lb ( 109 kg )

Striking

Total Attempted Strikes

925

58% Successful

532

Types of Successful Strikes

532

37% Standing

35% Clinch

27%

199

188

145

Striking Defense

The percentage of total strikes avoided

Grappling

Total Takedowns

67% Successful

Grappling Totals by Type

Subm.

Passes

Sweeps

Takedown Defense

The percentage of total takedowns avoided

Result	Fighters	Event	Str	TD	Sub	Pass	Method	Replay
Loss	Mark Hunt	UFC® 144: Edgar vs. Henderson Feb 25, 2012	10	0	0	0	R1KO/TKO	Ways To Watch
Loss	Cheick Kongo	UFC® 144: Edgar vs. Henderson Feb 25, 2012	5	0	0	0	R1KO/TKO	Ways To Watch

Win	Cheick Kongo	UFC® 137: Penn vs. Diaz Oct 29, 2011	44	2	0	1	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch
Win	Matt Mitrione	UFC® 137: Penn vs. Diaz Oct 29, 2011	21	0	0	0	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch

Win	Cheick Kongo	UFC® LIVE: KONGO vs BARRY Jun 26, 2011	10	0	0	0	R1KO/TKO	Ways To Watch
Win	Pat Barry	UFC® LIVE: KONGO vs BARRY Jun 26, 2011	8	0	0	0	R1KO/TKO	Ways To Watch

Draw	Cheick Kongo	UFC® 120: BISPING vs AKIYAMA Oct 16, 2010	58	0	0	0	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch
Draw	Travis Browne	UFC® 120: BISPING vs AKIYAMA Oct 16, 2010	22	2	0	1	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch

Win	Cheick Kongo	UFC® on Versus: VERA vs JONES Mar 21, 2010	53	9	0	2	R3Submission	Ways To Watch
Win	Paul Buentello	UFC® on Versus: VERA vs JONES Mar 21, 2010	3	0	0	0	R3Submission	Ways To Watch

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