Ovince St. Preux vs. TJ Cook confirmed for Strikeforce: Rousey vs. Kaufman

On Friday, Strikeforce officials announced another match-up for their August 18 card in San Diego, California. Ovince St. Preux will take on TJ Cook in a light heavyweight tilt.

St. Preux (11-5) went 5-0 in his first five fights for Strikeforce, however his last fight he lost to Gegard Mousasi by unanimous decision. This was his first loss within the promotion. The light heavyweight has not fought since December of 2011.

Cook (12-4) is also looking to get back in the win column, as he lost to Trevor Smith in November. Cook was also on a five fight win streak.

The August Strikeforce card will be headlined by a bantamweight championship fight between champ Ronda Rousey against the number one contender Sarah Kaufman.

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Jeremy Brand
Jeremy Brand
Jeremy Brand is an experienced MMA writer and columnist. He is the founder of MMASucka.com, and has represented the company with media credentials at many mixed martial arts fights. Jeremy is also a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, training in BC, Canada.

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