Cheick Sanou "Iron Biby"
Compare to Another AthleteCheick Sanou is a strongman from Burkina Faso who stands 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall and competes at 170 kg (375 lb), born April 20, 1992 (age 34).
Last 5 Contests
- 10 2023 Giants Live Strongman Classic Jul 8, 2023
- 1 2023 World Log Lift Championships Oct 21, 2023
- 1 2024 World Log Lift Championships Sep 7, 2024
- 7 2024 World Deadlift Championships Sep 28, 2024
- 8 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships Sep 28, 2024
2 wins and 2 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 8th at 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships, Sep 28, 2024.
Competition Statistics
International
National
Strengths & Weaknesses
Cheick Sanou is strongest at Overhead Press: an average placing of 2.5 across 10 outings, with 4 wins. Weakest at Atlas Stones (8.7 across 6).
- Overhead Press 2.5
- Yoke 5.8
- Deadlift 8.0
- Atlas Stones 8.7
Average finishing position in each event type, across every contest we hold results for. Lower is better. Ordering weighs how often an event has been contested, so a strong average from a handful of outings does not outrank a long record. That is why an event higher up the list can show a slightly worse average than one below it. Event types with fewer than 4 recorded outings are not shown.
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2024 | 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships | Giants Live | M | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | #8 | 16.50 |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 2024 World Deadlift Championships | World Deadlift Championships | M | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | #7 | - |
| Sep 7, 2024 | 2024 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Oct 21, 2023 | 2023 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Jul 8, 2023 | 2023 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #10 | 19.00 |
| Apr 2, 2022 | 2022 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Sep 4, 2021 | 2021 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | - | #1 | - |
| Jul 24, 2021 | 2021 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #3 | 37.50 |
| Oct 24, 2019 | 2019 WUS Dubai | World's Ultimate Strongman | M | Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates | #11 | 28.00 |
| Sep 7, 2019 | 2019 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | #6 | 40.00 |
| Apr 6, 2019 | 2019 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Oct 26, 2018 | 2018 WUS Dubai | World's Ultimate Strongman | M | Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates | #12 | 18.00 |
| Sep 15, 2018 | 2018 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | #8 | 26.50 |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 2018 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Sep 30, 2017 | 2017 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | #4 | 31.00 |
| Jul 29, 2017 | 2017 Giants Live North American Open | Giants Live | M | Martinsville, Indiana, United States | #7 | 35.00 |
| Dec 10, 2016 | 2016 Ultimate Strongman World Championships | Ultimate Strongman | M | Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom | #8 | 31.50 |
| Sep 3, 2016 | 2016 Ultimate Strongman Junior World Championships | Ultimate Strongman Junior World Championships | M | Gatineau, Canada, Canada | #3 | 69.00 |
No individual event results available yet.
Event-by-event results are available for select competitions.
Showing - of event results
| Event | Result | Place | Contest | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Value | Contest | Date | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. 18-inch Deadlift | 400.0 kg | 2018 WUS Dubai | Oct 26, 2018 | - |
| Max. Axle Press | 217.0 kg | 2021 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Jul 24, 2021 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 425.0 kg | 2024 World Deadlift Championships | Sep 28, 2024 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 231.0 kg | 2024 World Log Lift Championships | Sep 7, 2024 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Cheick Sanou
- Nickname
- "Iron Biby"
- Date of Birth
- April 20, 1992
- Birthplace
- Burkina Faso
- Country
- Burkina Faso
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.90m
- Weight
- 170kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2024
- Status
- Active
- Total Competitions
- 18
- Total Wins
- 6
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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Cheick Sanou News & Coverage
- Cheick ‘Iron Biby’ Sanou Sets 231-kg (509.3-lb) Log Lift World Record at 2024 World Log Lift Challenge
- Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou Sets 230-kg (507.1-lb) Log Lift World Record at 2023 Giants Live World Tour Finals
- Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou Withdraws From 2023 World’s Strongest Man; Kristján Jón Haraldsson Steps In
- Strongman Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou Stiff Bar Deadlifts 400-kg (881.8-lb) For Two Reps
- Iron Biby Overhead Presses Whopping 573lb Like It Is A Toy
- Strongman Iron Biby Sets Unofficial World Record With Massive 514lb Log Lift
About Cheick Sanou
Cheick Sanou, known as "Iron Biby", is a strongman athlete. Sanou stands 190 cm (6'3") and competes at 170 kg (375 lbs). Born in Burkina Faso, Sanou is currently 34 years old.
Sanou's competitive career spanned from 2016 to 2024. Over 18 recorded contests, Sanou has collected 6 victories, achieving a 33% win rate. Sanou has represented Burkina Faso at 11 international events.
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