✎ About Misha Cirkunov

Misha Cirkunov was born on February 27, 1987 in Riga, Latvia, Latvian, is Mixed Martial Artist. Misha Cirkunov, also known as Mikhail Cirkunov, is a Latvian-Canadian mixed martial star known for competing in the light heavyweight division of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Cirkunov, who fights out of Toronto, was an accomplished judoka prior to being an MMA. Coming to his achievements, Cirkunov has won thirteen out of sixteen matches up till now. His wins include seven by submission, four by knockout and two by decisions. The eminent mixed martial star currently ranks #7 among light heavyweights in the official UFC rankings list. Talking about Cirkunov’s personal nature and lifestyle, he is a strong and fearless man. He loves to watch movies in his leisure time. He watches comedies and likes to laugh out loud. The MMA fighter, who loves his mother dearly, has dedicated all his wins to her. Cirkunov also teaches children martial arts. He advices them that they should follow their dreams and shouldn’t let anything or anyone stop them from achieving their dreams.
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💰Misha Cirkunov Net worth: $6 Million

Biography/Timeline

2010

Cirkunov made his professional debut in January 2010 and amassed a record of 9-2 before signing with the Ultimate Fighting Championship in the summer of 2015.

2015

Cirkunov was expected to make his promotional debut against Sean O'Connell on August 23, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 74. O'Connell withdrew from the bout due to injury and was replaced by Daniel Jolly. Cirkunov defeated Jolly via first round KO after achieving full mount and battering him when he turned his back.

2016

Cirkunov faced Nikita Krylov on December 10, 2016 at UFC 206. He won the fight via submission in the first round.

2017

Cirkunov was scheduled to face Glover Teixeira on October 28, 2017 at UFC Fight Night 119. However, the pairing was delayed after a recent hand surgery for Teixeira was slow to heal and the bout eventually took place on December 16, 2017 at UFC on Fox 26. Cirkunov lost the fight via TKO in the first round.

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