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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 13: George Sotiropoulos works out for the media during the UFC on FX open workouts on December 13, 2012 at Boonchu Gym in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

George Sotiropoulos

TRAINING: Training varies daily and has throughout the months leading up to this fight. Simply put, MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu, Strength, Conditioning and Cardio are addressed throughout the course of the week.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I've always loved martial arts. When I saw the UFC I knew this what I wanted to do, so I started training soon after.

What ranks and titles have you held? BJJ Black Belt, Australian Warriors Realm Welterweight MMA Title (170 lbs), Pan Pacific BJJ Champion, 2003 and 2007 Australian ADCC Competitor (170 lbs), 2004 Victoria State Amateur Boxing Champion (75 kilograms).

Do you have any heroes? No

What is your favorite technique? Whatever ends the fight

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? To fight in the premier MMA organization in the world.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Bachelor of Business in Banking & Finance, Associate Diploma of Business in International Trade

What was your job before you started fighting? Worked in various roles for the following companies: National Australia Bank, Merrill Lynch, Globe International, Mediterranean Shipping Company, Jiu-Jitsu and MMA Instructor/Coach