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• Randy Couture is a wrestler and professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter. After quitting the UFC in 2007, Couture signed a new multi-year contract in September 2008. He was defeated by Brock Lesnar at UFC 91 on November 15.USATODAY.com: 'The Natural' returns: Couture back in UFC to fight Lesnar

• Fast Facts

  1. Full name: Randy Duane Couture
  2. Born: June 22, 1963
  3. Birthplace Lynnwood, Washington
  4. Height: 6'1"
  5. Weight: 228 lbs
  6. Former UFC Heavyweight Champion
  7. Has held both the heavyweight and light heavyweight titles in UFC
  8. Five-time UFC Champion
  9. Nicknames: The Natural, Captain America
  10. Team/Association: Xtreme Couture
  11. Fighting style: Greco-Roman wrestling, submission wrestling

• UFC Resignation

  Randy Couture left the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on October 11, 2007. In doing this, Couture left two contracted fights, his on-air analyst position, and his heavyweight championship. While this was not a retirement, Couture cited contractual disputes regarding payment for previous fights he had been involved with. Couture learned that he was not one of the highest paid fighters in UFC, despite his popularity and success. UFC president Dana White stated that Couture was still their heavyweight champion and was required to honor the remaining time on his contract. A lawsuit was filed by Zuffa against Couture on January 15, 2008.ESPN.com: 'Disenchanted' Couture resigns from UFC (October 11, 2007)

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