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CALGARY, CANADA - JULY 18: Cheick Kongo works out for the fans and media during the UFC 149 Open Workouts inside Champion's Creed Gym on July 18, 2012 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

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.