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STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - APRIL 03: Ilir Latifi of Sweden conducts an open training session at the Grand Hotel on April 3, 2013 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Ilir Latifi

TRAINING: Wrestling / jiu-jitsu practice in the morning and MMA in the evening.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started fighting MMA 4-5 years ago to reach new level after I stopped with wrestling.

What ranks and titles have you held? National team wrestler, Nordic champion, ADCC European champion, Superior Challenge champion

Do you have any heroes? Muhammad Ali

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Becoming the UFC champion has always been my dream. It feels great to finally be here and taking the first step towards that goal.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Sportscience University

What was your job before you started fighting? Teaching wrestling and MMA

Favorite grappling technique: Leg lock

Favorite striking technique: Right hook