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STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - APRIL 13: Siyar Bahadurzada of Afghanistan weighs in during the official UFC on Fuel TV weigh in event at Ericsson Globe on April 13, 2012 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Siyar Bahadurzada

TRAINING: I trane UFC and Tapout bro! (Laughs) I train every aspect of MMA with a specialist in that area, because we have that luxury at Blackzilians headquarters in South Florida.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training back in 2000 just for fun and trained like three times a week till 2006/07. Then I started training full-time.

What ranks and titles have you held? 3x and reigning Shooto 183lb champion. Glory World Series 2010/11 welterweight champion

Do you have any heroes? Not really, but I find something to admire in every person.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Bring change! Make a better future for my people by bringing unity among them. Inspire young kids to look for a goal in their lives and fight for something they love.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Yes, I studied international business and languages and have a bachelor’s degree.

What was your job before you started fighting? Helping my father with his company, and I still do help him when he needs me.

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Winner of many grappling tournaments

Favorite grappling technique: Flying armbar

Favorite Striking technique: Flying knee