Ivan Shtyrkov is a Russian mixed martial arts fighter competing in light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions, known for his physical power and aggressive fighting style. A representative of the “Archangel Michael” team, he combines a sambo base with striking technique, actively working both in stand-up and on the ground. Thanks to his high pace, pressure on the opponent, and ability to finish fights early, Shtyrkov has established himself as one of the notable fighters in Russian MMA.
Ivan Shchtyrkov
Biography
Born on September 6, 1988, in Khabarovsk. In 1993, he moved with his parents to Vladivostok, where his father took him to a sambо section, as he himself had practiced this sport in childhood. At the age of 10, he moved to Yekaterinburg, where he enrolled in the Uralmash Sambo School. Graduated from the Russian State Vocational Pedagogical University.