Mike Russow Michael Earl Russow is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the World Series of Fighting's Heavyweight division . Having made his professional debut in 1998, Russow has also formerly competed for the UFC , Adrenaline MMA , PRIDE FC , and also participated in the Yarennoka! event in the Saitama Super Arena in Japan.Background Russow is from Kankakee, Illinois and was a state wrestling champion in high school for the Heavyweight division. He also attended college at Eastern Illinois University and earned a degree in sociology. His first fight was in 1998.Russow signed with the UFC in 2009 and made his debut against Justin McCully at UFC 102 . He won via unanimous decision . 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 defeated TUF 10 alum and DeathClutch teammate Jon Madsen on March 26 , 2011 at UFC Fight Night 24 via TKO ; with that win he improved his winning streak to ten. 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 John Olav Einemo on January 28 , 2012 at and won via unanimous decision. Russow faced Fabrício 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. Despite a strong first round, Russow lost to Jordan by TKO in the second round and was subsequently released from the promotion.On October 6 , 2013 it was announced that Russow has signed with World Series of Fighting.Personal life Russow and his wife have a daughter. Russow is also a police officer in his hometown of Chicago.Championships and accomplishments Mixed martial arts Ultimate Fighting Championship *Knockout of the Night vs. Todd DuffeeAmateur wrestling National Junior College Athletic Association*NJCAA All-American Illinois High School Association *IHSA Class AA High School State Championship *IHSA Class AA High School State Championship 3rd Place *IHSA Class AA All-StateMixed martial arts record
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