 |
This biographical article needs additional citations for verification. Please help by adding reliable sources. Contentious material about living persons that is unsourced or poorly sourced must be removed immediately, especially if potentially libelous or harmful. (May 2007) (Find sources: Tank Abbott – news, books, scholar) |
| David Abbott | |
|---|---|
 |
|
| Statistics | |
| Nickname | Tank |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Weight | 285 pounds (129 kg) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | April 26, 1965 |
| Fighting out of | Huntington Beach, California |
| Town of birth | Huntington Beach, California |
| Primary fighting style | Pit Fighting, Streetfighting |
| Mixed martial arts record | |
| Wins | 10 |
| By knockout | 6 |
| By submission | 3 |
| Losses | 14 |
| Draws | 0 |
David Lee Abbott (born April 26, 1965 in Huntington Beach, California) is an American mixed martial arts fighter. He has described his fighting style, which he developed brawling in the bars and streets of Huntington Beach, California, as "Pit Fighting." In addition to his MMA career, Abbott wrestled professionally between 1999 and 2001 under the ring name Tank Abbott.
Contents |
Mixed martial arts career (1995-1998, 2003-present)
Abbott was a frequent participant in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). As of 2007 he had a record of 8-10 in that promotion. Abbott made his Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) debut in 1995 at UFC 6 Clash of the Titans in Casper, Wyoming. In his opening fight, he knocked out John Matua, who weighed 400 lb, in 18 seconds.[1] Later that night he fought Oleg Taktarov for over 17 minutes before succumbing to a rear naked choke.[2] [1] Both men collapsed in exhaustion after the fight, and Taktarov had to be carried out of the cage.[3]
Despite never winning a UFC title, Abbott achieved a large amount of popularity due in large part to his displays of power and aggression and his no-nonsense, often comically disrespectful attitude. He also gained a degree of notoriety for his unorthodox look and fighting style, more reminiscent of a street fighter than a martial artist.
As of December 2008, Abbott has lost 8 of his last 9 fights, the most recent of which was a first round knockout loss to Kimbo Slice in February 2008, at Elite XC's Street Certified event.
His most recent fight was against Mike Bourke on February 13, 2009 at The Selland Arena in Fresno, California as a part of the Valentine's Eve Massacre Event. Abbott knocked out Bourke in the first round and secured a victory for the first time in nearly four years. UFC Hall of Famer and fellow MMA legend, Ken Shamrock and Abbott have separately acknowledged that they are currently inking the contract to fight each other in April of this year.
Abbott has recently confirmed to "The Savage Dog Show" on Sherdog radio, that he has finished writing his book "Before There Were Rules" [sic], which chronicles his life, times and exploits in Huntington Beach prior and leading to his arrival at the UFC.
Abbott was scheduled to fight William Richey in the Main event of Call to Arms 1 in Ontario, California on May 16 2009 but had to pull out for unknown reasons.
Professional wrestling career (1999-2001)
Abbott worked as a professional wrestler with World Championship Wrestling (WCW);[4] initially he was brought in as an opponent for Goldberg,[5] on the understanding he was a "legitimate" fighter - who could render any opponent unconscious with a single punch, which became his wrestling finisher, 'The Phantom Right' - and could boost Goldberg's reputation. This feud never developed, and Abbott remained mostly a comedic wrestler, frequently being featured in segments with the boy band parody stable, Three Count. The most success he had in his wrestling career was when he teamed with Rick Steiner to feud with Scott Steiner. He also nicknamed the head of WCW security Doug Dillinger, "Mr. Smiley", and Donald Duck. He would also make quacking noises at him. Many wrestling fans consider his career damaged[citation needed] after he jobbed to actor (and then WCW Champion) David Arquette, losing by pinfall, as well as jobbing cleanly to Diamond Dallas Page, losing to the finisher the Diamond Cutter, as well as submitting to the finishers of Big Poppa Pump's Steiner Recliner and Sid Eudy's Crossface. Recently, he signed on to be with the WWE Classic Superstar Action Figure, which was released in July 2007.
In wrestling
- Finishing and signature moves
- Phantom Fist (Right handed knockout punch)
- DDT
- Neck crank
Acting career
Abbott appeared as a UFC fighter in the TV show Friends[6], fighting (and beating) Jon Favreau's character, the billionaire Pete Becker, who was dating Monica at the time.
Championships and Accomplishments
UFC 6: Clash of the Titans Runner-Up
UU 96 - Ultimate Ultimate 1996 Runner-Up
NJCAA All American(wrestling)
California High School State Champion(wrestling)
Mixed martial arts record
| Professional record breakdown | ||
| 24 matches | 10 wins | 14 losses |
| By knockout | 6 | 6 |
| By submission | 3 | 6 |
| By decision | 1 | 2 |
| Result | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 10-14 |  Mike Bourke |
KO (Punch) | WarGods/Ken Shamrock Productions: Valentine's Eve Massacre | February 13, 2009 | 1 | 0:29 | Fresno, CA, United States |
|
| Loss | 9-14 |  Kimbo Slice |
KO (Punches) | EliteXC: Street Certified | February 16, 2008 | 1 | 0:43 | Miami, FL, United States |
|
| Loss | 9-13 |  Gary Turner |
TKO (Strikes) | Cage Rage 21 | April 21, 2007 | 1 | 2:27 | England, United Kingdom |
|
| Loss | 9-12 | Paul Buentello |
TKO (Punch) | Strikeforce: Tank vs Buentello | October 7, 2006 | 1 | 0:43 | Fresno, CA, United States |
|
| Loss | 9-11 |  Hidehiko Yoshida |
Submission (Choke) | PRIDE Final Conflict 2005 | August 28, 2005 | 1 | 7:40 | Saitama, Japan |
|
| Win | 9-10 | Wesley Correira |
KO (Punch) | Rumble On The Rock 7 | May 5, 2005 | 1 | 1:23 | Honolulu, HI, United States |
|
| Loss | 8-10 | Wesley Correira |
TKO (Cut) | UFC 45: Revolution | November 21, 2003 | 1 | 2:14 | Uncasville, CI, United States |
|
| Loss | 8-9 |  Kimo Leopoldo |
Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) | UFC 43: Meltdown | June 6, 2003 | 1 | 1:59 | Las Vegas, NV, United States |
|
| Loss | 8-8 | Frank Mir |
Submission (Toe Hold) | UFC 41: Onslaught | February 28, 2003 | 1 | 0:46 | Atlantic City, NJ, United States |
|
| Loss | 8-7 |  Pedro Rizzo |
KO | UFC Brazil - Ultimate Brazil | October 16, 1998 | 1 | 8:07 | São Paulo, Brazil |
|
| Win | 8-6 | Hugo Duarte |
TKO (Strikes) | UFC 17: Redemption | May 15, 1998 | 1 | 0:43 | Mobile, AL, United States |
|
| Win | 7-6 | Yoji Anjo |
Decision | UFC Japan - Ultimate Japan 1 | December 21, 1997 | 1 | 15:00 | Yokohama, Japan |
|
| Loss | 6-6 | Maurice Smith |
Submission (Strikes) | UFC 15: Collision Course | October 17, 1997 | 1 | 8:08 | Bay St. Louis, MS, United States |
For UFC Heavyweight Championship. |
| Loss | 6-5 | Vitor Belfort |
TKO (Strikes) | UFC 13 - The Ultimate Force | May 30, 1997 | 1 | 0:52 | Augusta, GA, United States |
|
| Loss | 6-4 | Don Frye |
Submission (Rear Naked Choke) | Ultimate Ultimate 1996 | December 12, 1996 | 1 | 1:22 | Birmingham, AL, United States |
|
| Win | 6-3 | Steve Nelmark |
KO (Punch) | Ultimate Ultimate 1996 | December 12, 1996 | 1 | 1:03 | Birmingham, AL, United States |
|
| Win | 5-3 | Cal Worsham |
Submission (Strikes) | Ultimate Ultimate 1996 | December 12, 1996 | 1 | 2:51 | Birmingham, AL, United States |
|
| Loss | 4-3 | Scott Ferrozzo |
Decision (Split) | UFC 11: The Proving Ground | September 20, 1996 | 1 | 15:00 | Augusta, GA, United States |
|
| Win | 4-2 | Sam Adkins |
Submission (Neck Crank) | UFC 11: The Proving Ground | September 20, 1996 | 1 | 2:06 | Augusta, GA, United States |
|
| Loss | 3-2 | Dan Severn |
Decision (Unanimous) | Ultimate Ultimate 1995 | December 16, 1995 | 1 | 18:00 | Denver, CO, United States |
|
| Win | 3-1 | Steve Jennum |
Submission (Neck Crank) | Ultimate Ultimate 1995 | December 16, 1995 | 1 | 1:14 | Denver, CO, United States |
|
| Loss | 2-1 |  Oleg Taktarov |
Submission (Rear Naked Choke) | UFC 6: Clash of the Titans | July 14, 1995 | 1 | 17:47 | Casper, WY, United States |
|
| Win | 2-0 | Paul Varelans |
TKO (Strikes) | UFC 6: Clash of the Titans | July 14, 1995 | 1 | 1:53 | Casper, WY, United States |
|
| Win | 1-0 | John Matua |
KO (Punches) | UFC 6: Clash of the Titans | July 14, 1995 | 1 | 0:18 | Casper, WY, United States |
External links
References
- ^ http://www.cagepotato.com/2007/11/06/tank-abbotts-terrifying-debut-featured-in-ultimate-ultimate-knockouts/
- ^ http://www.411mania.com/MMA/video_reviews/54573/History-of-the-UFC:-UFC-VI---Clash-of-the-Titans.htm
- ^ http://www.411mania.com/MMA/video_reviews/54573/History-of-the-UFC:-UFC-VI---Clash-of-the-Titans.htm
- ^ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2003/articles/1045115235.php
- ^ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2003/articles/1045115235.php
- ^ Friend's episode "The One with the Ultimate Fighting Champion" at the Internet Movie Database
Trust Me, Jeff Abbott - 9780525951216
Author: PenguinGroupUSA
Keywords: penguin penguinusa books publishing author Dutton suspense
Added: July 1, 2009
Kimbo Slice please join our band.We need a "rapper"
Author: mslilisue
Keywords: kimbo Slice.ufc fights sean k1 cro cop tito ortiz mma gannon cbs james thompson street fighter tank action american football baseball basketball boxing combat sports extreme golf hockey martial arts motor sport soccer talk tennis track field water winter
Added: June 28, 2009
My classic figure collection
Author: Rkolegendkiller95
Keywords: wwf figures wwe
Added: June 28, 2009
Shaq's new rap.Kobe and the Lakers tell me how yo ring taste
Author: discosean21
Keywords: lakers
Added: June 20, 2009
BerlinFC: UFC Flashback 43 Promo (June 6, 2003)
Author: BerlinFC
Keywords: ufc mma dana white pride dream k1 wec chuck liddell randy couture frank mir matt hughes tank abbott evan tanner quinton rampage jackson forrest griffin vitor belfort vernon white keith jardine mauricio shogun rua jon fitch diego sanchez bj penn
Added: June 19, 2009