Bleacher Report’s Ed Kapp:
Although Travis Browne has only been competing as a professional mixed martial artist since early 2009, the former college basketball player has proven to be a quick study.
After notching nine wins in his first nine outings—including a victory over former NFL wide receiver Michael Westbrook—Browne was given the opportunity to compete inside the UFC’s Octagon in June of 2010.
Following his first round victory over James McSweeney at “The Ultimate Fighter: Team Liddell vs. Team Ortiz Finale”, Browne, in a step-up in competition, fought Cheick Kongo to a unanimous draw at UFC 120 in London, England.
Currently, Browne, a 6’7”, 250 pound heavyweight, is slated to compete against Stefan Struve, a 6’11”, 250 pound heavyweight, this Saturday at UFC 130 in Las Vegas, Nevada—in one of the “biggest” matches of all time.