Biography(references)Born and raised in Chișinău, Cuțelaba began training and competing in Greco-Roman wrestling as an adolescent. He additionally competed in Sambo and judo, becoming a national champion in both. In 2012, representing Moldova, Cuțelaba finished first in the 90 kg category of the European Sambo Championships.
Fighter Trivia(references)Ion and his wife Olga have two daughters: Amelia and Leea .
Awards & Accolades
UFC: Fight of the Night (One time) vs. Jared Cannonier
European Combat Sambo Federation: 2012 European Combat Sambo Championships (90 kg)
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