Heavyweight - Brock Lesnar Born Webster, South Dakota, USA Fighting out of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota Age 31 Height 6' 3" (191 cm) Weight 265 lbs. (120 kg) Overall MMA Record (W-L-D) 3-1-0 Strengths Size, wrestling ability, athleticism

Biography

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training full-time specifically for MMA in 2006. I trained briefly in MMA during my college days. I always thought I would enjoy fighting, but, due to NCAA rules, I couldn't try it while I was in college. When I finished wrestling in college (in 2001), there just wasn't enough money or opportunity in fighting and WWE made me an offer I couldn't refuse.

What ranks and titles have you held? None in fighting/MMA.

Do you have any heroes? None. What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means I have the chance prove that I can compete with the best fighters in the world. It's an honor.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I went to college, but did not complete my degree.

What was your job before you started fighting? I grew up on a dairy farm and there was always plenty of work to do. After finishing my final year of college wrestling, I went right into professional wrestling with WWE. After WWE, I took a shot at the NFL.

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? As an amateur wrestler, I was a four-time All-American, two-time Big Ten Champion and NCAA heavyweight wrestling champion.

Specific accomplishments in pro competition? WWE Champion.

Lightweight - Chuck Liddell The Iceman Born Santa Barbara, CA, USA Fighting out of San Luis Obispo, California Age 39 Height 6' 2" (188 cm) Weight 205 lbs. (93 kg) Overall MMA Record (W-L-D) 21-6-0 Strengths Excellent striker, well-rounded grappler

Biography

Thoughts on opponent, Mauricio Rua? I'm very excited about fighting Shogun. It's another step in getting back my title. I'm going to hit him hard and I plan on knocking him out. The Canadian fans have been great for years. They are some of the most exciting fans in the world.

When and why did you start training for fighting? Liddell was inspired to take up martial arts at 12 years old after watching demos after "Kung Fu Theater". Chuck started in koei-kan karate-do at age 12, wrestling at age 14 and then kickboxing after that.

What ranks and titles have you held? Former UFC World Light Heavyweight champion. Chuck has a kickboxing record of 20 and 2 and has held the USMTA North American Heavyweight title and the IKF National Heavyweight title. IFC Light Heavyweight champion. Purple belt in jiu-jitsu under John Lewis.

Do you have any heroes? As far as influences go, in fighting, probably John Hackleman for my striking and John Lewis for getting me going in MMA.

What is your favorite technique? Right leg whip kick.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? I just want to keep fighting and keep winning.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Chuck wrestled for California Polytechnic State University and graduated from there with a degree in accounting.

What was your job before you started fighting? Chuck's parents used to say to him, "You have a college degree. Why don't you get a real job?!" Early on Chuck used to work as a bartender and a bouncer.

Middleweight - Anderson Silva The Spider Fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil Age 33 Height 6' 2" (188 cm) Weight 185 lbs. (84 kg) Overall MMA Record (W-L-D) 23-4-0 Strengths Very well rounded - phenomenal striker

Biography

Thoughts on opponent, Thales Leites? I'm looking forward to fighting in Montreal. I have a lot of Canadian fans. Thales is a very tough opponent, and it's going to be a great fight.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training Tae Kwon Do at the age of 14.

What ranks and titles have you held? UFC Middleweight Champion, MECA Champion, Cage Rage Champion, Victories in Pride, Shooto, and Minotauro Fight, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt.

Do you have any heroes? Spiderman

What is your favorite technique? I love to stand up and exchange, but I also really enjoy fighting on the ground too.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? My team and I are very excited to fight in the UFC. I'm training very hard to make my presence known in the U.S. and the rest of the world.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I'm currently working on my Physical Education degree.

What was your job before you started fighting? I was an office clerk, and I worked at McDonald's.

Welterweight - George St-Pierre Rush Born Montreal, Quebec, Canada Fighting out of Montreal, Quebec, Canada Age 27 Height 5' 10" (178 cm) Weight 170 lbs. (77 kg) Overall MMA Record (W-L-D) 18-2-0 Strengths Athleticism, very well rounded

Biography

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started martial arts when I was six, doing Kyokushin karate. When I started training for MMA, I started wrestling with the national team and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Nova Uniao. I now train in wrestling, BJJ, Muay Thai, and boxing. When I first met Stephane Patry and his team I decided I wanted to become a champion in this sport.

What ranks and titles have you held? Two-time and current UFC Welterweight Champion, former TKO Canadian welterweight champion. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black belt under Bruno Fernandes.

Do you have any heroes? My MMA hero is Randy Couture.

What is your favorite technique? I love taking my opponent down. Once I have him on the ground I am dangerous with ground and pound and submissions.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Fighting in the UFC has been a dream come true for me - even now I'm still amazed! The UFC has allowed me to develop and mature as a fighter and I have so many opportunities that I never would have had otherwise because I'm a UFC fighter!

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I was going to get a degree in administration but I put that on hold to concentrate on my fighting career.

What was your job before you started fighting? Before I started fighting I was a student, but now I'm fortunate enough to train full-time.

Light Weight - BJ Penn The Prodigy Born Kailua, HI, USA Fighting out of Hilo, Hawaii Age 30 Height 5' 9" (175 cm) Weight 170 lbs. (77 kg) Overall MMA Record (W-L-D) 13-5-1 Strengths Excellent submissions, strong standup

Biography

What ranks and titles have you held? UFC Lightweight Champion. Former UFC World Welterweight champion. Rumble on the Rock lightweight champion. I am the most decorated jiu-jitsu athlete in America. I am the first non-Brazilian to win the world championships at the black belt level. Received Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt from Andre Pederneiras.

Do you have any heroes? I have had so many and still do. It wouldn't be fair to say just one. I have new influences everyday in life and fighting.

What is your favorite technique? My heart and mind are my most important things. I know it doesn't sound too original but I will prepare properly for each fight and never give up.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It feels great fighting in the UFC. When I was younger that is the only place I wanted to fight professionally.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I went to school to learn some wrestling but wasn't too serious about the academics.

What was your job before you started fighting? None.