Mirko Cro Cop Biography: Net Worth, Age, Wife, Children, Martial Arts, Awards

Mirko Filipović, better known as Mirko Cro Cop, is a retired Croatian mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and amateur boxer.

He was born on September 10, 1974, in Vinkovci, Croatia. Renowned for his powerful striking and feared left high kick, Cro Cop rose to prominence in the Pride Fighting Championships and is regarded as one of the greatest heavyweights in MMA history.

He achieved significant success, winning the 2006 Pride Open-Weight Grand Prix and the 2016 Rizin Openweight Grand Prix, among other championships.

Profile

• Full Name: Mirko Filipovic
• Stage Name: Mirko Cro Cop
• Born: September 10, 1974
• Age: 50 years old
• Birthplace: Vinkovci, Croatia
• Nationality: Croatian
• Occupation: Croatian Retired mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and amateur boxer
• Height: 1.88 m
• Parent: Žarko Filipović ,Ana Filipović
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Klaudija Filipović (m. 2002)
• Children: Ivan Filipovic ,Filip Filipovic
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life And Education

Mirko Filipović was born into a working-class family on September 10, 1974, in Vinkovci, SR Croatia, SFR Yugoslavia.

His father, Žarko Filipović, worked as an electrician, and his mother, Ana Filipović, was a homemaker. While it is believed that he may have grown up with siblings, their names are not publicly known.

Details regarding his formal education remain unclear, but it is known that he began his martial arts journey at a young age, starting with taekwondo at the age of seven before eventually transitioning to karate.

He is of Croatian ethnicity, and his religious beliefs are not publicly known.

Career

Mirko Filipović, known as Mirko Cro Cop, began his career as a kickboxer before transitioning to mixed martial arts (MMA).

His striking prowess, especially his lightning-fast left-high roundhouse kick, earned him a reputation as one of the most feared fighters in combat sports. Cro Cop gained widespread recognition in the Pride Fighting Championships, becoming a dominant force in the heavyweight division.

His remarkable achievements include winning the 2006 Pride Open-Weight Grand Prix, the 2016 Rizin Openweight Grand Prix, and the K-1 World Grand Prix FINAL in Zagreb. This made him among the few fighters to win mixed martial arts and kickboxing championships.

Cro Cop’s career is defined by his relentless knockout power, with many of his victories coming from head-kick finishes. His signature move, the left leg, was famously described as “right leg, hospital; left leg, cemetery.”

In addition to his success in MMA, Cro Cop was a highly accomplished amateur boxer, representing Croatia at the 1997 Amateur Boxing World Championships.

His early MMA career in Pride showcased his dominance, earning him victories over top fighters like Heath Herring and Igor Vovchanchyn, solidifying his status as a top contender in the heavyweight division.

In 2007, Cro Cop moved to the UFC, where he initially struggled to adjust to the higher level of competition. He faced setbacks against fighters like Gabriel Gonzaga and Cheick Kongo, leading to a brief hiatus from the UFC.

However, he returned in 2009 with a memorable victory over Pat Barry, winning the Submission of the Night bonus and showing his resilience and grappling abilities.

Despite his successes, Cro Cop’s later years in the UFC were marked by injuries and inconsistent performances, with losses to Frank Mir, Brendan Schaub, and Roy Nelson. Nevertheless, his MMA career concluded with an impressive record of 38 wins, including 28 by knockout.

In addition to his successful combat sports career, Cro Cop made a brief foray into professional wrestling, appearing for the Hustle promotion in 2007.

Later, in 2018, he signed with Bellator MMA, although an injury led to the cancellation of his debut fight against Roy Nelson. Outside of fighting, Cro Cop also served as a member of the Croatian Parliament from 2003 to 2008.

Ultimately, in 2019, he announced his retirement from MMA due to health reasons after suffering a stroke, ending the career of one of the most iconic figures in mixed martial arts history.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @crocop1009
• Facebook handle: Mirko Filipovic
• Twitter handle: @CroCopOfficial

Personal Life

Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipović is married to Klaudija Filipović, and they have two sons together.

Their eldest son, Ivan, was born on March 7, 2003, and their second son, Filip, was born in November 2010.

The couple has kept their personal life relatively private, maintaining a low profile regarding family matters.

Net Worth

Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipović has an estimated net worth of $5 million, primarily earned from his successful career as a mixed martial artist and kickboxer.

He competed in prominent organizations such as Pride Fighting Championships, UFC, and K-1, achieving significant success and fame.

Additionally, his time as a member of the Croatian Parliament from 2003 to 2008 added to his financial standing.