Randy Couture

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

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)

• Mahalo's Guide to the Ultimate Fighting Championship
• Career Stats
  • Height: 6'2"
  • Weight: 228
  • UFC Debut: 1997

• June 22, 1963: Born

• 1982: Joins the U.S. Army

• 1988: Olympic team alternate

• 1992: Olympic team alternate

• 1996: Olympic team alternate

• 1997: Debuts in Ultimate Fighting Championship

• 2000: Semifinalist at the 2000 Olympic Trials

• 2005: Suffers first knockout loss against Chuck Liddell

• 2006: Inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame

• 2007: Severs all ties with UFC and retires

• 2008: Signs a multi-year deal with UFC