
Cheick Kongo
- Heavyweight
- 6'4", 240 lbs.
- Wolfslair Academy
- Birth DateMay 17, 1975 (Age: 37)
- CountryFRANCE
- StyleKick Boxing
- StanceOrthodox
- Reach82.0"1
Career Stats
| WINS | LOSSES | DRAWS |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | 8 | 2 |
Fight Result Details
| (T)KO | SUBMISSION |
|---|---|
| 10 - 3 | 3 - 1 |
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| Fight History | ||||||
| DATE | EVENT | OPPONENT | RESULT | DECISION | RND | TIME |
| Apr 27, 2013 | UFC 159: Jones vs. Sonnen | Roy Nelson | Loss | KO/TKO | 1 | 2:03 |
| Jul 21, 2012 | UFC 149: Faber vs. Barao | Shawn Jordan | Win | Decision - Unanimous | 3 | 5:00 |
| Feb 25, 2012 | UFC 144: Edgar vs. Henderson | Mark Hunt | Loss | KO/TKO | 1 | 2:11 |
| Oct 29, 2011 | UFC 137: Penn vs. Diaz | Matt Mitrione | Win | Decision - Unanimous | 3 | 5:00 |
| Jun 26, 2011 | UFC on Versus 4: Barry vs. Kongo | Pat Barry | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 2:39 |
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UFC won't renew heavyweight Kongo's contract
Longtime UFC heavyweight Cheick Kongo has finished the last fight of his contract and has not been re-signed based on recent performances, according to a UFC official.
about 13 hours ago | Brett Okamoto | ESPN.com -
Nelson Takes Step Closer To Title Shot

Heavyweight Roy Nelson talks to ESPN's Todd Grisham following his first-round stoppage of Cheick Kongo at UFC 159.
about 1 day ago | ESPN.com -
MMA Live Extra: Jones Ties Ortiz

MMA Live Extra recaps UFC 159 from Newark including Jon Jones' 5th light heavyweight title defense, tying Tito Ortiz for most all-time, and breaks down what is next for Jones, Chael Sonnen, Michael Bisping and Roy Nelson.
about 2 days ago | ESPN.com -
Nelson not picky about next opponent
It never matters to Roy Nelson who UFC officials offer as an opponent. He always accepts. Nelson will fight any heavyweight, anywhere, anytime. He is a throwback: the type who loves mixing it up.
about 2 days ago | Franklin McNeil | Mixed Martial Arts Blog -
Jones stops Sonnen in Round 1, defends title
Jon Jones pummeled a hapless and helpless Chael Sonnen in one round to defend his light heavyweight title for a fifth time at UFC 159 on Saturday.
about 2 days ago | Franklin McNeil | ESPN.com -
UFC 159: Jones retains title, KOs Sonnen
Jon Jones bloodied Chael Sonnen with a series of strikes to the face in the first round to win by TKO and defend his light heavyweight championship on Saturday night at UFC 159.
about 4 days ago | Associated Press -
UFC 159: Twist of fate in Jersey
All the UFC 159 promos can't do away with the most basic question: How did we get here? The first time Chael Sonnen fought Anderson Silva, the original novelty was his utter disregard for Silva's legacy.
about 7 days ago | Chuck Mindenhall | Mixed Martial Arts Blog