Frank Mir

Frank Mir, born on May 24, 1979, in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a renowned American mixed martial artist and former UFC Heavyweight Champion. Known for his ​exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills, Mir made his professional MMA debut in 2001 and quickly rose to prominence in the UFC.

In 2004, he won the UFC Heavyweight Championship by defeating Tim Sylvia via a first-round armbar. However, his career was interrupted by a severe ​motorcycle accident later that year, leading to a lengthy recovery and the loss of his title.

Mir made a successful comeback, winning the interim UFC Heavyweight Championship in 2008 by defeating Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. He is also famous for ​his rivalry with Brock Lesnar, with each fighter securing a win against the other.

With a record for the most submission victories in UFC heavyweight history, Frank Mir is celebrated as one of the greatest submission artists in the sport. He ​later fought in Bellator MMA and other promotions, leaving a lasting legacy in the heavyweight division.