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
0
925
58% Successful
532
Types of Successful Strikes
0
532
37% Standing
35% Clinch
27%
199
188
145
Striking Defense
54
%
The percentage of total strikes avoided

Grappling

Total Takedowns
0
36
67% Successful
24
Grappling Totals by Type
 
 
Subm.
Passes
Sweeps
3
12
3
Takedown Defense
49
%
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
Cheick Kongo 5 0 0 0
Win
Cheick Kongo
UFC® 137: Penn vs. Diaz

Oct 29, 2011

44 2 0 1 R3Decision – Unanimous
Matt Mitrione 21 0 0 0
Win
Cheick Kongo
UFC® LIVE: KONGO vs BARRY

Jun 26, 2011

10 0 0 0 R1KO/TKO
Pat Barry 8 0 0 0
Draw
Cheick Kongo
UFC® 120: BISPING vs AKIYAMA

Oct 16, 2010

58 0 0 0 R3Decision – Unanimous
Travis Browne 22 2 0 1
Win
Cheick Kongo
UFC® on Versus: VERA vs JONES

Mar 21, 2010

53 9 0 2 R3Submission
Paul Buentello 3 0 0 0


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