Mike Ricci
Mike Ricci
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Michael Ricci, commonly referred to as Mike Ricci, is a Canadian professional mixed martial artist.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on August 20, 1985, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Canadian, Mixed Martial Artist (MMA)
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Victoria, Mike Ricci was introduced to martial arts at a young age. He began training in wrestling and eventually transitioned to mixed martial arts. Ricci's early start in the sport laid the groundwork for his future success.
Major Accomplishments
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UFC Fighter: Ricci made his debut in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in 2011, competing against notable opponents such as Alistair Overeem and Jim Miller.
Bellator Champion: Mike Ricci claimed the Bellator MMA Featherweight Championship on December 7, 2013, defeating Patricio Freire via TKO.
Notable Works or Actions
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Ricci's professional MMA career spans over a decade. He has fought in several prominent organizations, including the UFC and Bellator MMA. His determination and resilience have earned him recognition within the martial arts community.
Impact and Legacy
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Mike Ricci's contributions to mixed martial arts extend beyond his individual accomplishments. As one of Canada's top MMA fighters, he has inspired a new generation of athletes and competitors.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Mike Ricci's dedication to the sport, combined with his impressive fight record, have cemented his place within the martial arts world. His ability to overcome adversity and push boundaries in the ring has made him a respected figure among fans and peers alike.
Quotes by Mike Ricci
In the summertime, we do a lot of video work. With that, I can show them if their head is moving too far or if the ball position or alignment isn't right.
In eight years, there were a lot of memories in this gym. I called a timeout at the end of the game, once I knew we were going to win just to thank my team. They gave an effort for 32 minutes and that's what we needed to do. I'm really proud of them.
It's a three-game playoff series. We realize how important each one is, but it's kind of like a domino effect. You get the first one, then you knock the second one down and then you get to the third. We know what's at stake. We just have to concentrate on tonight first.
You see the playoffs starting and we're not in it; we're in here doing all this stuff. It's hard to be positive right now.
We thought about me making a donation based off the number of goals or points I scored, but I told them I don't have that many stats to make a good donation, so I decided I'd just make it a lump sum.
We can't give them any easy opportunities because obviously they're going to bury them.
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