T. J. Cook (born September 8, 1982) is a retired American

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and boxer. A professional MMA competitor from 2003 until 2017, he fought in

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Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Cook started his career in 2003. He fought only for southeastern US promotions. With a MMA record of 11-3, he signed with Strikeforce.

Strikeforce

Cook made his debut on July 22, 2011, at Strikeforce Challengers: Bowling vs. Voelker replacing an injured

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against Lionel Lanham. He won via TKO in the first round. Cook faced Trevor Smith on November 18, 2011, at Strikeforce Challengers: Britt vs. Sayers. He lost via submission in the first round. Cook faced Ovince St. Preux on August 18, 2012, at Strikeforce: Rousey vs. Kaufman.Strikeforce Rousey Vs Kaufman Preview: Ovince St. Preux Vs. T.J. Cook
by David Castillo (Bloodyelbow.com) on August 16, 2012. He lost via KO in the third round.

Professional boxing

Cook competed twice as a professional Cruiserweight boxer, holding a record of 1-1.

Mixed martial arts record

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Cook, T. J. 1982 births Living people American male mixed martial artists Light heavyweight mixed martial artists Mixed martial artists from Florida Sportspeople from Ocala, Florida People from Ocala, Florida