TRAINING: In the morning, I do some physical training or take some rest, depending on my condition. In the afternoon, I spar or practice MMA techniques, and at night, I do an additional workout.

When and why did you start training for fighting? When I was in the army, I enjoyed watching combat sports on TV and thought I would try it after finishing the military service. That's why I started MMA in 2004.

What ranks and titles have you held? Road FC Lightweight Champion. Spirit MC Lightweight Champion. KPW Featherweight Champion

Do you have any heroes? Manny Pacquiao

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? When I was young, my dream was to take over the world like a superhero. I think I would fulfill that dream by becoming the UFC champion.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I graduated from Yong-in University majoring in Physical Education

What was your job before you started fighting? University student

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Korean National Jiu-jitsu championship silver medal. Korean National Taekwondo tournament gold medal.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Judo & Taekwondo black belt, Jiu-jitsu purple belt

Favorite grappling technique: Takedown

Favorite striking technique: Knee

 

• Pro since 2006

• Eight wins by KO, one by submission (RNC)

 

• Has won 5 of last 7

• Six first-round finishes

• Owns 2009 win over UFC vet Hacran Dias

 

• Second fight at featherweight