Other names The Hulk Height 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) Other name The Hulk Fighting out of Chișinău | Nationality Moldovan Reach 75.0 in (191 cm) Wins by knockout 9 | |
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Born Ion Nicolae Cutelaba
December 14, 1993 (age 23)
Chișinău, Moldova ( 1993-12-14 ) Weight 205 lb (93 kg; 14.6 st) Division Light Heavyweight
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Ion Nicolae Cutelaba (born December 14, 1993) is a Moldovan professional mixed martial artist who competes in the light heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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- Background
- Early career
- Ultimate Fighting Championship
- Mixed martial arts
- Sambo
- References
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Background
Born and raised in Chișinău, Cutelaba began training and competing in Greco-Roman wrestling as an adolescent. He additionally competed in Sambo and judo, becoming a national champion in both. In 2012, representing Moldova, Cutelaba finished first in the 90 kg category of the European Sambo Championships.
Early career
Cutelaba made his professional debut in April 2012, competing primarily for regional promotions across Eastern Europe. He amassed a record of 11-1 (1) before signing with the UFC in the spring of 2016.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Cutelaba made his promotional debut against Misha Cirkunov on June 18, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 89. He lost the fight via submission in the third round.
Cutelaba next faced Jonathan Wilson on October 1, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 96. He won the fight via unanimous decision.
Cutelaba next faced Jared Cannonier on December 3, 2016 at The Ultimate Fighter 24 Finale. He lost the fight via unanimous decision. Subsequently, both fighters earned Fight of the Night honors.