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John Alessio Bio
John Paul Alessio (born July 5, 1979) is a Canadian mixed martial artist who currently competes as a lightweight in the UFC. Alessio has fought for many of the major MMA promotions, including the UFC, WEC, PRIDE, KOTC, MFC and DREAM.
Mixed martial arts career
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Alessio made his UFC debut at just 20 years old at UFC 26 on June 9, 2000 when he faced Pat Miletich. He lost the fight via armbar submission in the second round.
EliteXC
Alessio then signed a three-fight contract with EliteXC. However, he did not fight for the promotion before they ceased operations in October 2008.
Ultimate Glory
Alessio faced Sergey Golyaev at Ultimate Glory 12 on October 16, 2010. He won the fight in the second round via kimura.
Alessio then fought Siyar Bahadurzada in the United Glory welterweight semifinals on January 30, 2011 in Charleroi, Belgium and was beaten via TKO in the first round.
Return to UFC
On April 3, 2012 it was reported that Alessio has returned to the UFC to replace an injured Matt Wiman and face Mark Bocek at UFC 145. Allesio was defeated via Unanimous Decision (30-27 29-28 30-27).
Alessio is expected to face Shane Roller on July 7, 2012 at UFC 148.
Personal life
Alessio married Noelani Timas Import Tunermodel on June 9, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. and they have one son.
Championships and accomplishments
- Tachi Palace Fights
- Tachi Palace Fights Welterweight Champion
- United Glory
- 2010-2011 Welterweight Tournament Semi-Finalist
- SuperBrawl
- SuperBrawl 16 Tournament Winner
Mixed martial arts record
External links
- Official Website
- Professional MMA record for John Alessio from Sherdog
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