Close Thumbnails

Getty Images reserves the right to pursue unauthorized users of this image or clip. If you violate our intellectual property you may be liable for: actual damages, loss of income, and profits you derive from the use of this image or clip, and, where appropriate, the costs of collection and/or statutory damages up to $150,000 (USD).

photo 1 of 95

(L-R) Welterweight opponents Jake Shields and Martin Kampmann at the UFC 121 pre-fight press conference at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on October, 20 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

Martin Kampmann

TRAINING: Mitt work and strength and conditioning in the morning. Sparring or grappling in the afternoon.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training just for fun, but I wanted to fight. I had my first pro MMA fight in 2003. I started doing Thai boxing, then boxing, submission wrestling, amateur MMA, and now it’s pro.

What ranks and titles have you held? Cage Warriors middleweight champion, former Danish Thai boxing champion

Do you have any heroes? None

What is your favorite technique? Whatever knocks the guy out.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s a good opportunity for me, and I’m glad I’m getting to fight here.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I was in the middle of studying engineering before moving to Las Vegas.

What was your job before you started fighting? I was a student and had various part-time jobs.