Which UFC event in Stockholm in 2012 had a Swedish light heavyweight in the main event?

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How well do you know Swedish MMA? Here are questions on Alexander Gustafsson, Sweden's UFC debutants and the fight cards in Stockholm – with an explained answer and a source for each. Want to broaden out? Try our full UFC and MMA quiz or step into MMA and combat sports.

Did you know the UFC's very first event in Sweden was held at the Ericsson Globe (now the Avicii Arena) on 14 April 2012, headlined by Alexander 'The Mauler' Gustafsson? The man from Arboga went on to challenge for the UFC light-heavyweight title three times – twice against Jon Jones and once against Daniel Cormier.

The questions below move from the big Stockholm fight nights to the gyms that raised Swedish world stars. Want to compare with other Swedish export successes? Have a look at our quiz on Swedes in the NHL.

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Sweden's MMA fighters

8 questions with answers

From Gustafsson and Reza Madadi to the new generation – how well do you know the Swedes who put the country on the MMA map?

1. Who faced Jon Jones in the title fight at UFC 165, which was later inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's Fight Wing?
- A. Alexander Gustafsson
- B. Glover Teixeira
- C. Lyoto Machida
Correct answer: Alexander Gustafsson
Jon Jones defeated Alexander Gustafsson by unanimous decision at UFC 165; the main event was later inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's Fight Wing. (Source)
2. Which Swedish fighter received three UFC title shots at light heavyweight?
- A. Alexander Gustafsson
- B. Ilir Latifi
- C. Jimi Manuwa
Correct answer: Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson challenged for the UFC light heavyweight title twice against Jon Jones and once against Daniel Cormier. (Source)
3. Who faced Alexander Gustafsson for the vacant light heavyweight title at UFC 232?
- A. Jon Jones
- B. Daniel Cormier
- C. Anthony Smith
Correct answer: Jon Jones
Alexander Gustafsson faced Jon Jones in the title fight at UFC 232, where Jones won by TKO. (Source)
4. Which Swede beat Glover Teixeira at UFC Fight Night 109 in Stockholm?
- A. Alexander Gustafsson
- B. Ilir Latifi
- C. Jack Hermansson
Correct answer: Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson defeated Glover Teixeira by knockout in the main event in Stockholm in 2017. (Source)
5. Which UFC middleweight nicknamed "The Joker" grew up in Uddevalla?
- A. Jack Hermansson
- B. Khamzat Chimaev
- C. David Bielkheden
Correct answer: Jack Hermansson
Jack Hermansson was born and raised in Uddevalla. He has dual citizenship but fights for Norway in the UFC and carries the nickname "The Joker." (Source)
6. Which Swedish UFC fighter has the nickname "The Sledgehammer"?
- A. Ilir Latifi
- B. Alexander Gustafsson
- C. Makwan Amirkhani
Correct answer: Ilir Latifi
Ilir Latifi is known by the nickname "The Sledgehammer" in MMA. (Source)
7. Which fighter defeated Li Jingliang at UFC 267?
- A. Khamzat Chimaev
- B. Jack Hermansson
- C. Alexander Gustafsson
Correct answer: Khamzat Chimaev
Khamzat Chimaev defeated Li Jingliang by rear-naked choke in the first round at UFC 267. (Source)
8. Which opponent did Khamzat Chimaev defeat by submission at UFC 279?
- A. Kevin Holland
- B. Nate Diaz
- C. Gilbert Burns
Correct answer: Kevin Holland
Khamzat Chimaev defeated Kevin Holland by D'Arce choke in the first round at UFC 279. (Source)

Fight cards, gyms and Swedish moments

8 questions with answers

The Stockholm cards, the training camps in Solna and the Swedish title fights. Here we gather the questions with a clear Swedish angle.

1. Which Swedish fighter received three UFC title shots at light heavyweight?
- A. Alexander Gustafsson
- B. Ilir Latifi
- C. Jimi Manuwa
Correct answer: Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson challenged for the UFC light heavyweight title twice against Jon Jones and once against Daniel Cormier. (Source)
2. Which UFC event in Stockholm in 2012 had a Swedish light heavyweight in the main event?
- A. UFC on Fuel TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva
- B. UFC 165
- C. UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs. Story
Correct answer: UFC on Fuel TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva
UFC on Fuel TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva was held in Stockholm in 2012, and Gustafsson won the main event. (Source)
3. Which Swede defeated Michael Johnson at UFC on Fuel TV 9 in Stockholm?
- A. Reza Madadi
- B. David Bielkheden
- C. Magnus Cedenblad
Correct answer: Reza Madadi
Reza Madadi defeated Michael Johnson by submission in Stockholm in 2013. (Source)
4. Which Swedish UFC fighter took part in The Ultimate Fighter 14?
- A. Akira Corassani
- B. Reza Madadi
- C. Nico Musoke
Correct answer: Akira Corassani
Akira Corassani took part in The Ultimate Fighter 14 and later competed in the UFC. (Source)
5. Which Swedish middleweight defeated Krzysztof Jotko in a UFC fight in 2014?
- A. Magnus Cedenblad
- B. Jack Hermansson
- C. Tor Troéng
Correct answer: Magnus Cedenblad
Magnus Cedenblad defeated Krzysztof Jotko by submission in a UFC fight in 2014. (Source)
6. Which Swedish UFC fighter defeated Alessio Sakara in his UFC debut?
- A. Nico Musoke
- B. David Bielkheden
- C. Besam Yousef
Correct answer: Nico Musoke
Nico Musoke defeated Alessio Sakara by submission in his UFC debut in 2013. (Source)
7. Which Swedish veteran faced Diego Sanchez in his UFC debut at UFC 82?
- A. David Bielkheden
- B. Reza Madadi
- C. Per Eklund
Correct answer: David Bielkheden
David Bielkheden faced Diego Sanchez in his UFC debut at UFC 82. (Source)
8. Which Swedish UFC fighter had the nickname "Jycken"?
- A. Magnus Cedenblad
- B. Ilir Latifi
- C. Nico Musoke
Correct answer: Magnus Cedenblad
Magnus Cedenblad competed in the UFC and used the nickname "Jycken" in MMA. (Source)

FAQ

Who is Sweden's most successful MMA fighter?

Alexander 'The Mauler' Gustafsson is regarded as Sweden's biggest MMA name. He challenged for the UFC light-heavyweight title three times – twice against Jon Jones and once against Daniel Cormier.

When and where did the UFC hold its first event in Sweden?

UFC on Fuel TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva was the first Sweden event, held at the Ericsson Globe (now the Avicii Arena) in Stockholm on 14 April 2012.

Where was Alexander Gustafsson born?

Gustafsson was born in 1987 in Arboga, Västmanland, and later moved to Stockholm to pursue MMA.

Which Swedish gym has produced UFC stars?

Allstars Training Center in Solna has been the base for several top fighters, including Alexander Gustafsson and Khamzat Chimaev, with Andreas Michael as a key coach.

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