Ali Al-Qaisi

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started in 2005 in Kung Fu and Sanda. MMA in 2015.

What ranks and titles have you held? 2015/2016 Kung Fu Sanda World Champion. Middle East Champion 2014 KungFu and Sanda. Arab Champion from 2008 to 2017 in Kung Fu Sanda. Purple Belt in BJJ under Samy Al Jammal

Do you have any heroes? My father. He left school to help my grandfather when times were tough. He was then recruited to the Army and eventually had to leave the country. His father passed away while he was gone, and since then he has made it a point to never be far from family and to provide the very best for his family. We never felt like we were less than anyone despite coming from a humble background.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Everything

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Accounting at the University of Jordan

What was your job before you started fighting? Accountant

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? 2015/2016 KungFu Sanda World Champion

Favorite grappling technique: Guillotine Choke

Favorite Striking technique: Uppercut