Topic: Oli Thompson

Oli Thompson Prepares For UFC 138.

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08.25.2011 | 7:27 AM ET

http://www.yourmma.tv/videos/player.asp/c/1/id/196/oli-thompson-prepares-for-ufc-138.htm


Oli Thompson (9-2) has looked impressive since switching over from international level strongman competition to mixed martial arts.

Former Britain's Strongest Man, Thompson bowed out of the sport after representing the UK in the World's Strongest Man competition and took up fighting as a way to channel his athleticism.

Just over two years into his professional career and Oli has now signed with the UFC and will make his debut against fellow Brit Phil Defries at UFC 138.

Working with Combat Ready Training for his conditioning and becoming a part of the team at the Wolfslair, Thompson will be preparing hard for the battle in Birmingham on November 5th, as this teaser clip shows.

"Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away."

Oli "The Spartan" Thompson

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Fighter Details

  • Name: Oli Thompson
  • Pro MMA Record: 22-16-0 (Win-Loss-Draw)
  • Nickname: The Spartan
  • Current Streak: 1 Win
  • Age: 1980-01-02 | Date of Birth: 1980.01.02
  • Last Fight: May 26, 2023
  • Weight Class: Heavyweight | Last Weigh-In: 228.6 lbs
  • Affiliation: GOR MMA
  • Height: 6'1" (185cm) | Reach: 75.0" (191cm)
  • Career Disclosed Earnings: $25,000 USD
  • Born: Hastings, East Sussex, England
  • Fighting out of: Hastings, East Sussex, England
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thiagosilva9794
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08.25.2011 | 8:17 AM ET

I heard he walks around at 345. that can't be right? how will he cut 80lbs ha.

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08.25.2011 | 9:55 AM ET


He's was huge in strongman, how the hell has he cut to 265?

* Edited at 08.25.2011, 9:56 AM ET *

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