Christopher Ross Wilson (born June 7, 1977) is an American professional

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fighter who last competed in 2013. A professional competitor since 2002, Wilson has formerly competed for the

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Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Wilson made his professional mixed martial arts debut on December 13, 2003, when he faced Elder Pyatt at Rumble at the Roseland 10. He won his debut via KO punch, ten seconds into the first round. Following this impressive win, Wilson would compile a record of 15–4 (1), with notable victories in the International Fight League (IFL) over

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before signing with UFC in early 2008.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Wilson made his

debut against

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on March 1, 2008. He lost the fight via unanimous decision. Wilson was then expected to face

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on July 5, 2008, however, the fight was rescheduled and instead took place at

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on August 9, 2008. He won the fight via unanimous decision. In his third fight in the promotion, Wilson faced promotional newcomer

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on January 31, 2009. Wilson lost the fight via split decision, putting his record at 1–2 in the promotion. He then faced Mike Pyle at

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on September 16, 2009. He lost the fight via guillotine choke submission, and was subsequently released from the promotion.

Post-UFC career

In his first fight since his UFC release, Wilson faced

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at HFC 7: Validation on April 9, 2011. He lost the fight via unanimous decision. Wilson then faced Wellington Oliveira at Brazilian FC: Desafio dos Imortais on December 16, 2011, defeating Oliveira via rear-naked choke. He faced Irwing Machado at Brazilian FC 3: Lutadores Imortais on August 11, 2012. Wilson won the fight via D'arce choke in the first round. In his next fight, Wilson faced Leandro Silva at Predador FC 23 on March 9, 2013. He lost the fight via split decision. Wilson faced Walmir Lazaro at Shooto Brazil 42 on August 25, 2013. He lost the fight via KO (punch).

Personal life

Chris and his wife have three children, two sons and a daughter. Currently, he lives in

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References

External links

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