Education
He also attended college at Eastern Illinois University and earned a degree in sociology.
He also attended college at Eastern Illinois University and earned a degree in sociology.
Having made his professional debut in 1998, Russow has also formerly competed for the UFC, Adrenaline Mobile Marketing Association , PRIDE Football Club, and also participated in the Yarennoka! event in the Saitama Super Arena in Japan. Background
His first fight was in 1998. Ultimate Fighting Championship
Russow signed with the UFC in 2009 and made his debut against Justin McCully at UFC 102.
Russow then defeated Todd Duffee via third round KO at UFC 114.
Russow absorbed heavy punishment from Duffee during the course of the fight but hung on late into the third and final round. Russow then connected with a hard straight right hand, taking Duffee and the fans in attendance by surprise.
Russow was expected to face Dave Herman on October 8, 2011 at UFC 136. However, the bout was cancelled after Herman failed his preliminary drug test in which he tested positive for marijuana.
Russow faced FabrÃcio Werdum on June 23, 2012 at UFC 147.
Russow was defeated by Werdum via TKO at 2:28 of round 1. Russow faced Shawn Jordan on January 26, 2013 at UFC on Fox: Johnson versus Dodson. Despite a strong first round, Russow lost to Jordan by TKO in the second round and was subsequently released from the promotion.
World Series of Fighting
On October 6, 2013 it was announced that Russow has signed with World Series of Fighting.
Mixed martial arts
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Knockout of the Night (One time) versus Todd Duffee
Amateur wrestling
National Junior College Athletic Association
NJCAA All-American (1997)
Illinois High School Association
IHSA Class Associate of Arts High School State Championship (1995)
IHSA Class Associate of Arts High School State Championship 3rd Place (1993, 1994)
IHSA Class Associate of Arts All-State (1993, 1994, 1995).