• Source: Mike Whitehead

      • Michael Joe Whitehead (born June 29, 1981) is a former professional mixed martial artist. He competed in the Light Heavyweight and Heavyweight weight classes for the Ultimate Fighting Championship, IFL, Affliction, and Strikeforce.


      Mixed martial arts career


      At Crater High School, Mike was a state champion wrestler in the 189lb division in 1999 and played defensive lineman in football.
      Mike Whitehead started wrestling at North Idaho College, Southern Oregon University, and the University of Missouri. He is a 3 time All American Wrestler and Abu Dhabi qualifier. In 2005, he participated in the reality series The Ultimate Fighter 2 on Spike TV.
      Prior to his fight with Renato Sobral, he was on a 13 fight win streak, including five straight victories in the IFL. He has proven himself dangerous standing and striking, as well as with wrestling and submission grappling.
      He has also competed in the standup only fight organization Xtreme Fighting Association where he defeated Ethen Cox by unanimous decision.


      Championships and accomplishments


      Icon Sport
      SuperBrawl 24: Return of the Heavyweights Tournament Runner Up
      International Fighting Championship
      IFC Heavyweight Championship (One time)


      Mixed martial arts record




      Kickboxing record




      References




      External links


      Professional MMA record for Mike Whitehead from Sherdog
      Mike Whitehead at UFC

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