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John
Cholish
8-3-0( W-L-D )

Fight History

Skill Breakdown

Charts are compiled based on results from 4 fights.
Record: 8-3-0
Summary: Trying to instill in myself the idea of being a complete mixed martial artist and maintaining a well rounded base

Fighter Info

From: Hackettstown, New Jersey USA
Fights Out Of: New York, New York USA
Age: 29
Height: 5' 11" ( 180 cm )
Weight: 155 lb ( 70 kg )
College: Cornell University
Degree: Applied Economics and Management

Striking

Total Attempted Strikes
0
190
49% Successful
93
Types of Successful Strikes
0
93
76% Standing
18%
71
5
17
Striking Defense
73
%
The percentage of total strikes avoided

Grappling

Total Takedowns
0
13
15% Successful
2
Grappling Totals by Type
 
 
Subm.
Passes
Sweeps
0
2
2
Takedown Defense
70
%
The percentage of total takedowns avoided
Result Fighters Event Str TD Sub Pass Method Replay
Loss
 Gleison Tibau May 18, 2013
21 2 1 0 R2 Submission
John Cholish 9 0 0 0
Loss
 Danny Castillo May 5, 2012
52 1 0 2 R3 Decision - Unanimous
John Cholish 29 1 0 1
Win
 Mitch Clarke Dec 10, 2011
17 0 0 0 R2 KO/TKO
John Cholish 55 1 0 1
Win
 Marc Stevens
Strikeforce - Fedor vs. Silva
Feb 12, 2011
4 0 0 0 R2 Submission
John Cholish 16 3 1 2
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Biography

TRAINING: I work as a commodities broker from 7am until 4pm then head to two gyms at night to train

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training for mixed martial arts upon the completion of my college wrestling career, when I moved to Manhattan for work. The Renzo Gracie Academy was conveniently located near my office and allowed me to utilize my base of wrestling to continue to train jiu-jitsu for fun. Once I started training I fell in love with the various options and forms of martial arts that were available to me, ranging from jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, judo, shoot box, and thus I began to train in the different disciplines as well as blend them together.

What ranks and titles have you held? Ring of Combat Lightweight Champ, Cage Fury Lightweight Champ, UCC Lightweight Champ

Do you have any heroes? Instead of heroes, I would say that my parents have been my role models. Since a young age they have instilled into me the idea of working hard for what you want, and to not be afraid to set your goals high. Their continued support in my life as well as the countless sacrifices they have made have been instrumental in the successes and goals that I have been able to achieve.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is a great opportunity for me to challenge my abilities against the best talent in the lightweight division.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Cornell University (Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics and Management)

What was your job before you started fighting? My job currently is a Commodities Broker. I work with an OTC Energy Brokerage Firm and primarily focus on brokering Natural Gas and Crude Oil options, futures, and swaps.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Renzo Gracie BJJ Purple Belt

•    Pro since 2007

•    Four wins by submission, three by KO

•    Last two pre-UFC wins were over WEC vet Jameel Massouh and TUF vet Marc Stevens

Career

Trained With

Georges St-Pierre
Georges St-Pierre
25-2-0
( W-L-D )
Frankie Edgar
Frankie Edgar
15-4-1
( W-L-D )

Key Opponents

Mitch Clarke
Mitch Clarke
10-2-0
( W-L-D )

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