The Champion
This man is the
reigning defending UFC HW Champion!! But as all of us he had humble beginnings, born and raised in Ohio state to Croatian parents. This man is also a division 1 wrestler, formerly wrestling (and baseball player) for Cleveland State. He was good enough to catch the attention from multiple MLB teams during his collegiate years. He then went on to become the Cleveland "golden gloves" boxing champion. The hometown hero trains with Strong Style Fight Team, based out of you guessed it Independence Ohio. Stipe has compiled a pro MMA record of 16-2, going 12-2 in the UFC. (He was the NAAFS HW Champion prior to coming to the UFC. An Ohio based MMA promotion.) His only two UFC defeats have been to Stefan Struve via (T)KO early in his UFC career, and a close decision with Junior Dos Santos. Wins coming against the likes of Roy Nelson, Mark Hunt and Andrei Arlovski before winning the HW title by knocking out Fabricio Werdum in round number 1. He has defended one time successfully against very dangerous Dutch striker Alistair Overeem.
He's proven to have hands of stone, capable of mashing even the hardest melon. (Here's looking at you Hunto.) His natural athleticism appear to translate beautifully into the octagon, with a sprawl second to none. His cardio may leave him desiring more in a fight with Cain, and his striking defense could imrpove. But his wrestling and ability to sprawl and brawl, looks like this may be the
Baddest man on the Planet.Lady's and Gentlemen...The Champion -
STIPE MIOCIC!!!
