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자레드 파파지안

TRAINING: 9am stand up training with my Muay Thai coach , 3pm BJJ with Alberto Crane on technique, 5pm wrestling with Ando from SK golden boys

When and why did you start training for fighting? I got jumped in high school by 10 guys and wanted to do something about it, so I decided that I wanted to learn how to fight.

What ranks and titles have you held? King of the Cage 135-pound title.

Do you have any heroes? My mom

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? To fight in the UFC is a dream come true. I have worked so hard to get here. But it doesn’t stop here – I’m getting that belt.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I worked at Keys Nissan. I used to wash the cars.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: BJJ Blue belt under Alberto Crane

Favorite grappling technique: Kimura

Favorite Striking technique: Straight right