Charles David "Chuck" Liddell is a retired American
mixed martial artist and former
Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight champion. Liddell has an extensive striking background in
Kempo,
Koei-Kan karate and
kickboxing, as well as a grappling background in collegiate
wrestling.
. Liddell is also known for his excellent counter striking and for his sprawl-and-brawl technique, which made him one of the most difficult fighters to takedown. He is one of the most dominant champions that ever competed in the UFC. He is still remains with the most knockouts in UFC history. As of his retirement, Liddell has had 23 fights in the
UFC. Along with fellow UFC Hall of Fame fighter
Randy Couture, Liddell is widely credited for bringing mixed martial arts into the mainstream of American sports and entertainment.
On July 10, 2009, he was inducted into the
UFC Hall of Fame.