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Travis Wiuff

Travis Wiuff (born March 15, 1978) is an American mixed martial artist, catch wrestler, and competitor known for his extraordinary longevity in combat sports, spanning over two decades with more than 100 professional MMA bouts. A native of , Wiuff, nicknamed "," primarily competed in the division as an orthodox striker with strong submission skills, retiring from MMA after a professional career that began in 2001. Wiuff's MMA record stands at 78 wins, 22 losses, and one no contest, with 12 of his victories coming by submission and 39 by knockout or technical knockout. He fought in prominent promotions including the (UFC), , Sengoku, , and (KOTC), where he secured notable wins against fighters such as and . His final professional MMA fight occurred on July 31, 2021, a submission victory in the Fusion Fight League. Transitioning from MMA, Wiuff has thrived in submission grappling and strength sports, defending his national title in April 2025 and retaining the 's Strongest Man title in the master's division on July 19, 2025, by dominating all four events including a 500-pound for 12 repetitions. Now 47 years old and residing in Kasson, , where he co-owns the Athletic Center, Wiuff continues to compete at a high level, including at the 2025 Corp Nationals, while defying age-related expectations in .

Early life and education

Childhood and family

Travis Wiuff was born on March 15, 1978, in Owatonna, Minnesota. He grew up in the small town of Owatonna in rural Steele County, where the agricultural landscape and community-oriented environment shaped his early years. Wiuff was the youngest child of Larry Wiuff, a local professional wrestler who performed at fairs and carnivals, and Diane Wiuff, a devoted homemaker; he had two older sisters, Nikki and . His parents encouraged and resilience, with his father's career in wrestling fostering a tradition of athletic involvement in the . As a child, Wiuff was known for his toughness on the , where playground scuffles taught him early lessons in after occasional defeats. He first engaged in organized sports through , playing linebacker for the Owatonna High School and serving as a during his year in 1996, which provided his initial structured exposure to competitive physical demands.

Wrestling beginnings

Travis Wiuff began wrestling at a young age in local programs in , where he grew up. His father, a professional wrestler who performed at local fairs and carnivals, provided early encouragement and exposure to the sport, fostering family support for his athletic pursuits from childhood. During his youth training, Wiuff developed foundational skills such as takedowns and through rigorous practice, though early experiences on the taught him after initial losses to tougher opponents. These sessions in Minnesota's community wrestling environments built his toughness and work ethic, preparing him for more competitive levels. In high school at Owatonna High School, Wiuff competed in the division and achieved notable regional success as a two-time junior All-American. As a senior, he was ranked No. 1 in the state at , motivated by watching Owatonna's Jeremy Schubert win a state title in 1994, but a torn during the week of the state tournament sidelined him and dashed immediate college scholarship prospects. Following high school, Wiuff attended Rochester Community and Technical College for two years before transferring to , where he pursued a degree in but dropped out in 2001, one credit short of graduation.

Wrestling career

Collegiate wrestling

Travis Wiuff began his collegiate wrestling career at Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) in , where he competed in the heavyweight division (285 pounds) during the late 1990s. As a freshman in 1998, he earned All-American honors by placing fifth at the NJCAA National Championships. The following year, in 1999, Wiuff improved to second place at the same tournament, again as a two-time NJCAA All-American, after defeating opponents in the preliminary rounds but falling to James Huml of Ricks College in the final. After completing his junior college tenure, Wiuff transferred to Minnesota State University, Mankato, a Division II program, where he continued wrestling as a heavyweight in the 2000–2001 season. His record that year stood at 14–10, including competitive dual meets such as a narrow 2–1 sudden-victory overtime loss to Stanford's Brad Selby and a 9–0 technical fall defeat to Iowa State's Eric Hynek. Despite initial academic pursuits toward a degree, Wiuff dropped out of Minnesota State University a year before graduation in 2001, shortly after his wrestling eligibility expired, to focus full-time on his athletic development. This decision marked the end of his formal collegiate career, building on the foundational skills he first honed in youth wrestling starting at age five.

Catch wrestling achievements

Following his collegiate freestyle wrestling career, where he earned All-American honors, Travis Wiuff transitioned into , a submission-focused style that built upon his foundational wrestling skills. This shift occurred post-college in the mid-2010s, allowing him to explore catch-as-catch-can rulesets emphasizing pins and submissions in competitive tournaments. Wiuff made a notable debut in organized at the 2016 World Catch Championships, held in Humboldt, , on July 3. Competing in the men's 200-219 pound division, he advanced through the bracket to claim the gold medal, defeating opponents including Ned Morales in the final. The event, organized by the Catch Wrestling Alliance, revived traditional American formats and drew over 100 competitors across divisions. In 2021, Wiuff captured the U.S.A. World Heavyweight Championship through a four-man grand prix tournament. He emerged victorious in the heavyweight bracket, which featured competitors such as Kelly Anundson, Coringa Conway, and Blake Troop, securing the title as the promotion's heavyweight world champion. This win established him as a prominent figure in modern circuits, with the event streamed as a professional . Wiuff continued his success in national-level competitions, winning the heavyweight division at the 2023 U.S. National Catch Wrestling Championship, organized by the American Catch Wrestling Association (ACWA) in , in December. Despite facing opponents who outweighed him significantly, he took gold in the over-214-pound class among approximately 90 entrants across 10 weight classes. This victory highlighted his enduring competitive edge in the sport well into his late 40s. In April 2025, Wiuff defended his national title.

Mixed martial arts career

Early professional career

Travis Wiuff made his professional debut on September 7, 2001, defeating Jeff Greer by technical knockout due to punches in the first round at Ultimate Wrestling's Rumble in Ramsey 1 event in . This victory marked the beginning of his rapid accumulation of experience in regional promotions across the Midwest, where he competed frequently in short order to build his record. Over the next year, Wiuff fought in organizations such as Extreme Challenge and Challenge, showcasing a grinding, aggressive approach that capitalized on his physicality. In his first 14 bouts before entering the UFC, Wiuff secured 12 wins against two losses, often finishing fights decisively with strikes or submissions. Notable early victories included a stunning six-second knockout of via punch on February 16, , at Extreme Challenge 46, demonstrating his emerging knockout power, and a unanimous decision over veteran on July 13, , at Challenge 5, highlighting his endurance in longer contests. He also twice submitted Chad Rafdel with a keylock in , underscoring his proficiency. Losses came via technical knockout to Mike Radnov due to a cut on the same Extreme Challenge card as the Jardine win, and to by knees in the third round at 24 on April 27, , exposing vulnerabilities against more experienced strikers. Drawing from his background, Wiuff developed a style centered on wrestling-based ground , using takedowns to dominate positions and set up submissions or ground-and-pound. This foundation allowed him to control the pace in regional matchups, though he began integrating striking to opponents who kept fights standing, as evidenced by multiple first-round TKOs in his debut year. Entering his UFC debut in late 2002 with a 12-2 , Wiuff had established himself as a promising prospect in the Midwest circuit, known for his relentless pressure and finishing ability.

Ultimate Fighting Championship stints

Travis Wiuff made his debut on November 22, 2002, at in , , where he faced in a bout. Despite entering with a strong wrestling background and a 12-2 professional record, Wiuff was overwhelmed early, losing via (submission to punches) at 4:10 of the first round after Matyushenko mounted him and delivered ground-and-pound strikes that forced a tap. This marked the beginning and end of his initial UFC stint, as he was released from the promotion shortly thereafter due to the quick defeat. Following his release, Wiuff competed extensively on the regional and international circuit, compiling a 22-1 record over 23 fights in the intervening two and a half years, which included notable victories such as a six-second knockout of at Extreme Challenge 46 and a second-round of at : USA vs. Brazil. This success, particularly in tournaments like the Extreme Challenge and grand prix, earned him a second invitation to the UFC. Wiuff returned to the UFC on April 16, 2005, at , dropping to to face Renato "Babalu" Sobral in a preliminary bout. The fight showcased Wiuff's wrestling prowess initially, as he controlled the first round with takedowns, but Sobral reversed momentum in the second, securing an armbar submission victory at just 0:24. This loss concluded his second and final UFC stint, leaving him with an overall octagon record of 0-2 across both appearances.

Bellator Fighting Championships

Travis Wiuff made his promotional debut with Bellator Fighting Championships on October 22, 2011, at Bellator 55, where he defeated former Light Heavyweight Champion via in a non-title superfight. This victory marked Wiuff's entry into the organization after prior experience in major promotions like the UFC, showcasing his wrestling-based style against a durable opponent in a three-round bout. Wiuff continued his Bellator tenure with a win over Gomez at Bellator 60 on March 9, 2012, extending his promotional unbeaten streak. In the summer of 2012, he entered the promotion's Summer Series Tournament, aimed at determining a challenger for the Championship held by M'Pumbu. Wiuff advanced through the quarterfinals with a first-round (punches) against Chris Davis at Bellator 71 on June 22, 2012, overwhelming his opponent with ground-and-pound after a takedown. In the semifinals at Bellator 72 on July 20, 2012, he secured another victory over Tim Carpenter, relying on his superior wrestling to control the fight over three rounds. Wiuff reached the tournament final at Bellator 73 on August 24, 2012, but suffered a quick first-round knockout loss to Attila Vegh via punches just 25 seconds into the bout, ending his run and awarding Vegh the title shot against M'Pumbu. Following the tournament, Wiuff returned at Bellator 93 on March 21, 2013, where he was knocked out in the first round by Ryan Martinez via punches at 18 seconds, dropping his overall Bellator record to 4-2. With no further bouts scheduled in the promotion after this loss, Wiuff departed Bellator, transitioning to other regional and international opportunities amid his extensive career at age 35.

Other promotions and tournaments

Wiuff made his appearance in at PRIDE 33: The Second Coming on February 24, 2007, where he faced James Lee in a bout at 210 pounds. Wiuff lost via submission to a at 0:39 of the first round. In 2008, Wiuff competed in the inaugural YAMMA Pit Fighting event, an eight-man heavyweight tournament held on April 11 at the Trump in . He advanced through the bracket with three victories that night: a over Marcelo Pereira in the quarterfinals (3 rounds, 5:00), another against in the semifinals (3 rounds, 5:00), and a victory over in the final (3 rounds, 5:00), earning him the YAMMA Heavyweight Tournament Championship. Throughout his career, Wiuff fought in numerous independent promotions, including . On February 2, 2018, at CES 48 in , he challenged for the vacant CES Heavyweight Championship against Greg Rebello but was stopped by (punches) at 0:23 of the first round. Wiuff's final professional MMA bout came on July 31, 2021, at Fusion Fight League: Fights Under The Lights in , where he defeated Matt Kovacs via arm-triangle choke submission at 0:52 of the second round to win the vacant FFL Heavyweight Championship. These appearances in PRIDE, YAMMA, CES MMA, FFL, and other regional promotions accounted for a significant portion of Wiuff's extensive career, contributing to his overall professional record of 78 wins, 22 losses, and 1 no contest as of his retirement.

Submission wrestling and grappling

Key competitions

Travis Wiuff participated in the 2005 ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship, held in Long Beach, California, as one of the premier no-gi grappling tournaments of the era. Competing in the heavyweight division for Team Extreme (USA), he faced Jamal Patterson in the opening round match, where his strong wrestling base was evident in attempts to control position and transition to submissions in a strikes-free environment. In the and beyond, Wiuff's submission involvement shifted toward exhibitions and local events, including a Jiu-Jitsu match against Thomas Herrera at Med City Fighting Championships 1 in . These no-strikes formats allowed him to refine ground control and submission chains derived from his wrestling foundation, emphasizing pure positional battles and defensive transitions without the distraction of strikes. His background bridged his expertise to these submission-oriented competitions. In April 2025, Wiuff defended his catch wrestling national title.

Notable matches

One of Travis Wiuff's standout submission wrestling matches occurred in the final of the 200-219 lb division at the Frank Gotch World Catch Championships on July 3, 2016, in Humboldt, Iowa, where he defeated Ned Morales to secure the gold medal. This victory highlighted Wiuff's ability to dominate through superior control and positioning in catch-as-catch-can rules, drawing on his extensive wrestling foundation to outmaneuver a skilled opponent in a tournament featuring over 100 competitors. In the openweight final of the 2017 World Catch Championships, held in July 2017 in Humboldt, Iowa, Wiuff faced Curran Jacobs, who weighed over 50 pounds less. Despite Wiuff's size advantage, Jacobs submitted him with a technical hold, underscoring the emphasis on precision and leverage in over raw power. This competitive loss further elevated Wiuff's profile by showcasing his willingness to test himself against elite grapplers in high-stakes environments. Wiuff claimed another significant win in the men's over 214 lb division at the 2023 National Championship on December 17, 2023, in , defeating Kyle Ferriter in the final to earn among 90 participants across 10 divisions. This triumph reinforced his versatility in no-gi submission formats, blending wrestling rides with finishing holds to control the bout. These matches, alongside multiple top placements in major catch wrestling events, cemented Wiuff's reputation as a formidable grappler independent of his MMA achievements, inspiring younger wrestlers through his technical demonstrations and competitive resilience.

Post-MMA pursuits

Transition to strongman

Following his victory in the Fusion Fight League heavyweight championship bout against Matt Kovacs on July 31, 2021, via second-round arm-triangle submission, Travis Wiuff effectively retired from professional after a 20-year career spanning over 100 fights. Although he ventured into in October 2023, sustaining injuries that included a broken hand and , Wiuff confirmed his retirement from professional MMA and striking sports in April 2024 while cornering a fighter at a local event, while continuing to compete in submission . In 2024, Wiuff announced his pivot to competition, driven by a persistent need for competitive outlets after stepping away from MMA. Introduced to the discipline by professional Albert Brand, co-owner of the Kratos Athletic Center in Kasson, —which opened in May 2023—Wiuff shifted his training regimen from combat-specific conditioning to strength-focused exercises emphasizing powerlifting-style movements. This included heavy deadlifts, yoke walks, and atlas stone lifts, adapting his gym routine to build explosive power and over endurance drills. Wiuff debuted in strongman at the Minnesota's Strongest Man and Woman event, combined with the Corp Midwest Regionals, on July 21, 2024, in , entering the masters division for competitors aged 40 and over. He dominated the field, securing first place overall with victories in all four events: a maximum log press of 235 pounds, 11.5 yoke walk carries, a 235-pound for multiple reps, and lifting stones up to 300 pounds. This performance qualified him for the 2024 America's Strongest Masters national competition on November 16 in . His MMA-honed cardiovascular and footwork provided a seamless advantage in maintaining pace during prolonged strongman efforts. Wiuff retained his Minnesota's Strongest Man title in the master's division on July 19, 2025, at the event in , again winning all four events, including 12 repetitions on a 500-pound . This qualified him for the 2025 America's Strongest Masters national competition held on September 5–6 in , , where he aimed to contend for the national title.

Other combat sports activities

Following his retirement from mixed martial arts, Travis Wiuff ventured into bareknuckle boxing, competing in the heavyweight division at Valor Bare Knuckle 2 on October 27, 2023, in Jacksonville, Florida. In the main event for the inaugural VBK heavyweight title, Wiuff faced former UFC fighter Lavar Johnson and was defeated by first-round TKO via punches at 1:21. This marked Wiuff's sole professional appearance in bareknuckle boxing to date, showcasing his continued interest in striking-based combat formats.

Personal life

Residence and family

Travis Wiuff resides in Kasson, , with his wife, Olivia Wiuff, whom he met in his early twenties, and their children, including a entering who has shown interest in wrestling. Wiuff's family has played a key role in supporting his career shifts, from professional MMA to competitions and , with his wife's family early on encouraging him to outline long-term plans amid his athletic ambitions, and the household now integrating sports like soccer and wrestling that align with his expertise. In his daily life, Wiuff balances family responsibilities with community involvement, working as a in the Kasson-Mantorville school district assisting special-needs students, co-owning the Kratos Athletic Center in Kasson to train local athletes in strength and , while assisting as a coach for the Kasson-Mantorville and wrestling programs—a role in which he was named Section 1, Class 2A Assistant Coach of the Year.

Interests outside combat sports

Following his retirement from professional in 2021, Travis Wiuff has dedicated significant time to coaching youth sports in his home state of , particularly at Kasson-Mantorville High School where he serves as an assistant wrestling coach and helps with the program. He was recognized as the Section 1, Class 2A Assistant Coach of the Year for his contributions to the wrestling team, emphasizing effort and consistency in training young athletes. Wiuff also leads wrestling clinics, including all-girls sessions, and works with student-athletes across various prep sports to build their skills and discipline. In addition to coaching, Wiuff co-owns Kratos Athletic Center in Kasson, , a facility opened in May 2023 that offers personal training, wrestling camps, and programs for all ages, serving over 100 athletes in the community. This business venture reflects his commitment to fostering fitness and youth development beyond his competitive past, providing self-defense classes and tailored to local needs. Wiuff maintains a balanced post-retirement by prioritizing daily routines and involvement. He focuses on with and consistent, moderate workouts to sustain his at age 47.

Championships and accomplishments

Wrestling honors

Travis Wiuff earned recognition as a two-time NJCAA All-American during his time at Community and Technical College, placing fifth in the division in 1998 and second in at the championships. In , his runner-up finish came in the 285-pound weight class, highlighting his dominance in at the level. These achievements underscored his technical prowess and physical conditioning, which became foundational to his broader combat sports endeavors. Transitioning to catch wrestling later in his career, Wiuff captured a in the 219-pound division at the 2016 Frank Gotch World Catch Championships in Humboldt, , defeating opponents through superior grappling control. He followed this with a in the openweight category at the 2017 edition of the , reaching the finals after a series of submission victories. Wiuff further solidified his status by winning the heavyweight title at the 2021 Snake Pit U.S.A. World Championship, submitting Blake Troop in the final to claim the professional crown. In , Wiuff has excelled in masters divisions as a competitor, securing national championships multiple times. He won the open masters title in 2022 at the U.S. National Championships in . Wiuff repeated as champion in the Division C 130 kg class at the 2024 Masters Greco-Roman Nationals and defended the title in 2025, demonstrating sustained elite performance into his late 40s. Wiuff's wrestling honors reflect a career-spanning commitment to the sport, from collegiate freestyle success to professional catch and Greco-Roman mastery, providing a strong technical base that enhanced his overall grappling expertise in combat disciplines.

Mixed martial arts titles

Travis Wiuff has secured multiple championships and tournament victories across various MMA promotions throughout his long career, leveraging his wrestling background to control fights and defend titles effectively. In April 2008, Wiuff claimed the inaugural YAMMA Pit Fighting Heavyweight Tournament title in , by winning three bouts in one evening: a over Marcelo Pereira in the quarterfinals, a first-round against former UFC champion in the semifinals, and a victory over in the finals. Earlier, in 2007, Wiuff captured the vacant IFC Americas Cruiserweight Championship with a second-round submission win over Arthur Cesar Jacintho at IFC: Caged Combat in . He also held the IFC Championship during his time competing in the promotion. More recently, on July 31, 2021, Wiuff won the vacant Fusion Fight League Championship in , submitting Matt Kovacs via arm-triangle choke at 0:52 of the second round. Wiuff's professional MMA record stands at 78-22 with one no contest as of his most recent fights.

Other achievements

Wiuff has achieved notable success in submission through catch wrestling competitions. In 2016, he captured the gold medal in the 219-pound division at the Frank Gotch World Catch Championships held in Humboldt, . In December 2023, Wiuff won the gold medal in the over-214-pound division at the American International Grappling Association (AIGA) U.S. Nationals, defeating competitors in a format emphasizing submissions and pins. Transitioning to strongman in recent years, Wiuff has quickly risen in the masters division. He claimed first place in the 40-49 age group at the 2024 Minnesota's Strongest Man and Strongman Corp Midwest Regionals, outperforming competitors in events such as the axle press, , and frame carry, accumulating 11.5 points for the victory. In 2025, Wiuff defended his regional dominance by winning the Minnesota's Strongest Man and Strongman Corp Midwest Regionals in the masters category, positioning him to pursue a national title later that year. Throughout his career, Wiuff is recognized as a veteran of over 100 professional fights across combat sports, a milestone that underscores his longevity and resilience in the industry spanning more than two decades. This extensive record, combined with his MMA titles, highlights his broad impact in the combat sports landscape.

Mixed martial arts record

ResultRecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocation
Win78–22 (1)Matt KovacsSubmission (arm-triangle choke)Fusion Fight League: Fights Under the LightsJuly 31, 202120:52
Win77–22 (1)Jeremy SpeltsSubmission (arm-triangle choke)Fusion Fight League: Fights Under the Lights 6September 21, 201921:38
Win76–22 (1)Josue LugoDecision (unanimous)M-1 Global: Road to M-1: USA 2April 4, 201935:00
Loss75–22 (1)Greg RebelloTKO (punches)CES MMA 48: Rebello vs. WiuffFebruary 2, 201810:23
Win75–21 (1)Ron CarterSubmission (triangle choke)KOTC: EqualizerOctober 15, 201614:36
Loss74–21 (1)Brian HedenKO (punch)Driller Promotions: No Mercy 5April 21, 201610:33
Win74–20 (1)Kevin AsplundSubmission (choke)Driller Promotions: O-Town ThrowdownApril 18, 201532:26
Loss73–20 (1)Tim JohnsonTKO (punches)Dakota FC 19: Fall Brawl 2014October 25, 201413:46
Loss73–19 (1)Chris BarnettTKO (punches)IGF: Inoki Genome Fight 2August 23, 201420:27
Win73–18 (1)Danyelle WilliamsDecision (unanimous)Driller Promotions: A-Town Throwdown 3June 27, 201435:00
Win72–18 (1)Dallas MitchellDecision (unanimous)EB: Beatdown at 4 Bears 11June 7, 201435:00
Win71–18 (1)Brian HedenTKO (punches)Driller Promotions: No Mercy 11May 24, 201414:17
Win70–18 (1)Terry DavinneyTKO (punches)Driller Promotions: O-Town ThrowdownApril 12, 201413:42
Win69–18 (1)Brett MurphyDecision (unanimous)Valhalla Cage Fighting: Countdown to WarDecember 31, 201335:00
Loss68–18 (1)Mike KyleKO (punches)CFA 11: Kyle vs. WiuffMay 24, 201310:21
Loss68–17 (1)Ryan MartinezKO (punches)Bellator 93March 21, 201310:18
Loss68–16 (1)Maro PerakDecision (split)Abu Dhabi WarriorsNovember 2, 201235:00
Loss68–15 (1)Attila VéghKO (punches)Bellator 73August 24, 201210:25
Win68–14 (1)Tim CarpenterDecision (unanimous)Bellator 72July 20, 201235:00
Win67–14 (1)Chris DavisTKO (punches)Bellator 71June 22, 201214:12
Win66–14 (1)Anthony GomezDecision (unanimous)Bellator 60March 9, 201235:00
Win65–14 (1)Christian M'PumbuDecision (unanimous)Bellator 55October 22, 201135:00
Win64–14 (1)Nick BakerTKO (punches)Extreme Challenge 183May 14, 201112:11
Win63–14 (1)Richard WhiteTKO (submission to punches)CFX: Extreme Challenge on TargetDecember 11, 201013:20
Loss62–14 (1)Tim HagueKO (punch)AMMA 5: UprisingOctober 1, 201011:50
Win62–13 (1)Josh BarnesTKO (punches)Moosin: God of Martial ArtsMay 21, 201010:34
Win61–13 (1)Jeff MonsonDecision (split)CFX / XKL: Mayhem in MinneapolisApril 24, 201035:00
Win60–13 (1)Chuck HoskinsDecision (unanimous)Combat USA 18March 26, 201035:00
NC59–13 (1)Mike KyleNC (punch after the bell)KOTC: VengeanceFebruary 12, 201025:00
Win59–13Justin NewcombTKO (punches)IFC: Wiuff vs. NewcombJanuary 8, 201011:01
Win58–13Waylon GoldsmithSubmission (armbar)Fight NationOctober 3, 200910:20
Win57–13Tracy WillisTKO (submission to punches)IFC: Caged CombatAugust 15, 200921:46
Win56–13Chris BardenTKO (submission to punches)Extreme Challenge 128May 30, 200910:41
Loss55–13Stanislav NedkovTKO (punches)Sengoku: Eighth BattleMay 2, 200930:42
Win55–12Steve PilkingtonTKO (punches)Extreme Challenge 119January 31, 200914:48
Loss54–12Muhammad LawalTKO (punches)Sengoku: Fifth BattleSeptember 28, 200812:11
Win54–11Kazuyuki FujitaKO (punches)Sengoku: Third BattleJune 8, 200811:24
Win53–11Chris TuchschererDecision (unanimous)YAMMA: Pit Fighting 1April 11, 200835:00Tokyo, Japan
Win52–11Ricco RodriguezDecision (unanimous)YAMMA: Pit Fighting 1April 11, 200815:00Tokyo, Japan
Win51–11Marcelo AlfayaDecision (unanimous)YAMMA: Pit Fighting 1April 11, 200815:00Tokyo, Japan
Win50–11Jesse VeiumTKO (punches)IFO: Fireworks in the Cage IVDecember 28, 200713:25
Win49–11Travis FultonTKO (punches)Smash - MMANovember 30, 200723:27
Win48–11Wade HamiltonTKO (punches)WFC: Downtown ThrowdownSeptember 14, 200710:50
Win47–11Sean SalmonSubmission (guillotine choke)IFO: Wiuff vs. SalmonSeptember 1, 200713:37
Win46–11Ralph KellyTKO (submission to punches)CCCF: Red River Riot 2August 11, 200730:45
Loss45–11Jared HammanKO (punches)IFC: Global Domination 2July 14, 20072
Win45–10Josh BennettKO (punches)IFC: Global Domination 2July 14, 20071
Win44–10Arthur César JacinthoSubmission (rear-naked choke)IFC: Caged CombatApril 13, 200723:09
Loss43–10James LeeSubmission (guillotine choke)Pride 33: Second ComingFebruary 24, 200710:39Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Win43–9Jason GuidaDecision (unanimous)XFO 14December 9, 200635:00
Win42–9Wojciech KaszowskiDecision (unanimous)IFL: Gracie vs. MiletichSeptember 23, 200634:00
Loss41–9Devin ColeDecision (unanimous)IFL: Championship 2006June 3, 200634:00
Loss41–8Alex SchoenauerSubmission (heel hook)IFL: Legends Championship 2006April 29, 200623:23
Loss41–7Marvin EastmanDecision (majority)EF 1: SupremacyMarch 18, 200645:00
Win41–6Fabiano CapoaniKO (punches)BATB: Battle at the Boardwalk (Day 1)February 17, 200634:54
Win40–6Ron FieldsTKO (submission to elbows)Coliseum 2December 28, 200522:50
Win39–6Jimmy WestfallSubmission (armbar)Extreme Challenge 65October 21, 200512:56
Loss38–6Jason LambertKO (punches)FFC 15: Fiesta Las VegasSeptember 14, 200513:19
Win38–5William HillTKO (doctor stoppage)IFC: Rock N' RumbleJuly 30, 200515:00
Win37–5Matt HorwichDecision (unanimous)Extreme Challenge 62June 18, 200535:00
Win36–5Ramazan AkhadullaevDecision (unanimous)Euphoria: USA vs. RussiaMay 14, 200535:00
Loss35–5Renato SobralSubmission (armbar)UFC 52: Couture vs. Liddell 2April 16, 200520:24Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Win35–4Antoine JaoudeDecision (unanimous)Euphoria: USA vs. WorldFebruary 26, 200535:00
Win34–4Ibragim MagomedovDecision (unanimous)Euphoria: Road to the TitlesOctober 15, 200435:00
Win33–4Josh HendricksTKO (submission to punches)Extreme Challenge 59September 24, 200414:22
Win32–4Ruben VillarealSubmission (keylock)XKK: East Side RumbleJuly 24, 20042
Win31–4John DixsonTKO (cut)Extreme Challenge 58June 11, 200412:33
Win30–4Leopoldo MontenegroKO (slam and punches)Jungle Fight 2May 15, 200414:33Manaus, Brazil
Win29–4Demian DecorahTKO (punches)Extreme Challenge 56March 26, 200412:20
Win28–4Roman ZentsovTKO (cut)Euphoria: Russia vs. USAMarch 13, 200422:46
Win27–4Carlos BarretoDecision (unanimous)Heat FC 2: EvolutionDecember 18, 200335:00Natal, Brazil
Win26–4Nate SauerKO (slam)RWR: Red Wing RumbleNovember 30, 20031Red Wing, Minnesota, U.S.
Win25–4Travis FultonDecision (split)Iowa Challenge 11October 18, 200333:00Cedar Rapids, Iowa, U.S.
Win24–4Mark TulliusDecision (unanimous)CFM: Octogono ExtremoSeptember 27, 200334:00Montevideo, Uruguay
Win23–4Royce LouckTKO (punches)IFA: Summer BashAugust 30, 200321:49Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Win22–4Greg WikanDecision (unanimous)ROF 9: EruptionAugust 9, 200335:00Denver, Colorado, U.S.
Win21–4Tony MendozaSubmission (forearm choke)VFC 5: Victory FightingJuly 12, 200321:00Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.
Win20–4D.R. WilliamsTKO (submission to punches)IFA: ExplosionJuly 5, 200330:43Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Win19–4Chad RafdelTKO (submission to punches)IFA: Clash of the ChampionsMay 24, 200320:27Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Win18–4Royce LouckTKO (submission to punches)BRB 10April 30, 200311:11Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Win17–4D.R. WilliamsTKO (punches)BRB 5March 26, 200313:48Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Loss16–4Kauai KupiheaKO (punch)Rumble on the Rock 2March 15, 200314:21Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.
Win16–3Andy MontanaDecision (unanimous)RITC 45: FinallyMarch 1, 200333:00Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
Win15–3Royce LouckTKO (submission to punches)BRB 1February 26, 200311:49Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Win14–3Buddy LewisTKO (submission to punches)Tennessee Shooto: ConquestJanuary 17, 200322:55Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
Win13–3Brian ShepardTKO (submission to punches)ICC 1: RetributionJanuary 12, 200314:00Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Loss12–3Vladimir MatyushenkoTKO (submission to punches)UFC 40: VendettaNovember 22, 200214:10Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Win12–2Jason GodseyDecisionUW: Godsey vs. WiuffOctober 19, 200245:00Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Win11–2Johnathan IveyDecisionUW: MinnesotaAugust 24, 200235:00Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Win10–2Travis FultonDecision (unanimous)Iowa Challenge 5July 13, 200235:00Waterloo, Iowa, U.S.
Win9–2Kevin JordanDecision (unanimous)UW: Ultimate WrestlingJune 29, 200235:00St. Paul, Minnesota, U.S.
Win8–2Tom McCloudTKO (punches)VFC 1: Victory Fighting Championships 1June 16, 200210:35Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.
Loss7–2Wesley CorreiaTKO (submission to knees)SB 24: Return of the Heavyweights 2April 27, 200231:40Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.
Win7–1Chad RafdelSubmission (keylock)UW: St. Cloud 2March 16, 200211:40St. Cloud, Minnesota, U.S.
Win6–1Josh MuellerTKO (submission to punches)UW: St. Cloud 2March 16, 200210:32St. Cloud, Minnesota, U.S.
Win5–1Chad RafdelSubmission (keylock)UW: Rumble at the JungleMarch 8, 200211:00St. Cloud, Minnesota, U.S.
Win4–1Chad BradyTKO (punches)UW: Rumble at the JungleMarch 8, 200210:22St. Cloud, Minnesota, U.S.
Loss3–1Mike RadnovTKO (cut)Extreme Challenge 46February 16, 200215:00Medina, Minnesota, U.S.
Win3–0Keith JardineKO (punch)Extreme Challenge 46February 16, 200210:06Medina, Minnesota, U.S.
Win2–0Lenn WalkerTKO (submission to punches)UW: New BloodFebruary 1, 200211:15St. Cloud, Minnesota, U.S.
Win1–0Jeff GreerTKO (submission to punches)UW: Rumble in Ramsey 1September 7, 20011Ramsey, Minnesota, U.S.

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