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Marcus Dewayne Hicks (born November 25, 1975) is an American mixed martial artist. He is known for his time competing in the WEC. He also fought in Legacy FC. His nickname is "The Wrecking Ball."

Marcus Hicks's Fighting Journey

Starting His Career

Marcus Hicks began his professional mixed martial arts career on January 26, 2002. In his very first fight, he won against Ben Hand. He used a move called an "armbar submission" to win.

After this first victory, Marcus Hicks won five more fights. This meant he had a perfect record of 5 wins and 0 losses. Because of his great start, he then joined a big fighting organization called WEC.

Fighting in the WEC

Marcus Hicks had a strong start in the WEC. He won his first three fights there. He won each of these fights using a move called a "guillotine choke."

After these wins, Hicks got a chance to fight for the WEC Lightweight Championship. He fought against Jamie Varner for the title. Hicks lost this championship fight in the first round.

His next fight was against Rob McCullough at WEC 39 on March 1, 2009. Hicks lost this fight by a "majority decision." This means most of the judges thought his opponent won.

At WEC 42 on August 9, 2009, Hicks fought Shane Roller. He lost this fight by "unanimous decision," meaning all the judges agreed Roller won. After this loss, Marcus Hicks left the WEC.

Later Fights with Legacy FC

Marcus Hicks took a break from fighting for about two and a half years. He returned to the sport on July 18, 2014. He fought Kamaru Usman at an event called Legacy FC 33. Hicks lost this fight in the second round.

About Marcus Hicks's Life

Marcus Hicks has a daughter.

Marcus Hicks's Fight Record