5 most iconic Michael Bisping moments in the UFC

Michael Bisping's mixed martial arts career is one of the most shocking tales of courage, perseverance and heart you'll ever hope to find.

Bisping will always be remembered as a pioneer of the UK MMA scene. His journey from Cage Warriors champion to undisputed UFC world champion is worthy of a Hollywood screenplay. The unfathomable amount of adversity he encountered and overcame during the course of his career has solidified his status as one of the most iconic fighters in MMA history and a bonafide UFC legend.

What a legacy.

Thank you @Bisping on a remarkable career. #ThanksBisping https://t.co/lcZhuLwW0F

Bisping retired in 2017 and has since carried over his incredible work ethic into his post-fighting endeavors. 'The Count' has a hugely successful podcast, released a critically acclaimed biography, runs a YouTube channel, co-produced a documentary on his career and is one of the best commentators in the UFC. He has also been inducted into the promotion's Hall of Fame.

We thought we'd pay our dues and honor the career of the legendary Englishman. With that said, here are the five most iconic Michael Bisping moments in the UFC.

#5. Michael Bisping wins The Ultimate Fighter season 3

UFC fans were first introduced to Michael Bisping during his appearance on season 3 of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF). That particular TUF season pitted former UFC fighters and bitter rivals Tito Ortiz and Ken Shamrock as opposing coaches. Bisping was drafted into Team Ortiz.

Bisping, along with fellow Brit Ross Pointon, stood out as sore thumbs in a house primarily filled with Americans. His thick Manchester accent was so strong that the production team had to include subtitles specifically for him in the final broadcast of the show.

Watch a recap of TUF season 3 below:

Bisping defeated Kristian Rothaermel via TKO in the elimination round to advance to the semifinals. In the semis, he bagged a submission victory over his countryman Pointon to earn his slot in the final.

At the TUF: Team Ortiz vs. Team Shamrock Finale in Las Vegas, Nevada, Bisping comfortably beat Josh Haynes to win the show and secure a UFC contract.

#OnThisDay in 2006...

@Bisping made his UFC debut as he won #TUF3. https://t.co/xYOrg1h0jd

Michael Bisping winning TUF was a huge breakthrough for the mixed martial arts scene in the United Kingdom. Not only did he win the show, he undoubtedly inspired many to pursue the sport knowing that they could end up on the biggest stage for MMA in the world, the UFC.

Watch the highlights from Michael Bisping's run on The Ultimate Fighter below: