Training:   A lot of stand up mostly; he is a very good striker. I am working with a lot of strong stand up guys with good wrestling like my opponent.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I had my first pro fight in 2004. I was just a big kid who liked fighting and since than, I am always looking to improve myself as a fighter and an athlete. I started it to improve myself as a person and an individual.

Do you have any heroes? Neil Armstrong, Chuck Yeager, Jesse Owens.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is a dream come true. It’s a really big honor for me to be in the UFC.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I am still in college (Sports Science)

What was your job before you started fighting? Student

Specific accomplishments in pro competition? 2007 Gracie international -100kg and absolute winner, Bristol Open -100kg and absolute winner, Southern Open winner, Finland ADCC 2005 winner, winner of multiple other tournaments through Europe.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Roger Gracie

Favourite grappling technique: Sweeps, positioning and passing the guard.

Favourite striking technique: Punches or kicks that cause damage.