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Khabib Nurmagomedov

"The Eagle"
29-0-0★ 3bonusesRussia / United Arab EmiratesLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Justin Gaethje · Submission · Oct 24, 2020

29-0-0 · 19 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
WINvs Justin GaethjeSUB · R2 1:34
UFCUFC 254: Khabib vs Gaethje·October 24, 2020

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CAREER SUMMARY

Khabib Nurmagomedov holds a professional MMA record of 29-0-0. Nurmagomedov has won 29 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 11 by submission, 10 by decision. In the UFC, Nurmagomedov lands 4.10 significant strikes per minute with 49% accuracy and averages 5.32 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 24, 2020. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'10"178 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
70"178 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Sep 20, 1988
Age
38
Nationality
Russia / United Arab Emirates
Birthplace
Makhachkala, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Arymarcel Santos
    ProFC 36: Battle In The Caucasus· Oct 22, 2011· Welterweight· 16-0 vs 28-23
    TKO
    R1 · 3:33
  2. WIN
    vs Vadim Sandulitsky
    ProFC· Sep 15, 2011· 15-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  3. WIN
    vs Hamiz Mamedov
    ProFC 30: Battle On Don· Aug 5, 2011· Welterweight· 14-0 vs 5-3
    SUB
    R1 · 3:51
  4. WIN
    vs Kadzhik Abadzhyan
    ProFC 29: Union Nation Cup (Stage 16)· Jul 2, 2011· Welterweight· 13-0 vs 1-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:28
  5. WIN
    vs Ashot Shahinyan
    ProFC 28: Union Nation Cup (Stage 15)· May 6, 2011· Welterweight· 12-0 vs 0-3
    TKO
    R1 · 2:18
  6. WIN
    vs Said Khalilov
    ProFC 26: Union Nation Cup (Stage 14)· Apr 8, 2011· Welterweight· 11-0 vs 13-10
    SUB
    R1 · 3:16
  7. WIN
    vs Alexander Agafonov
    M-1· Feb 12, 2011· Welterweight· 10-0 vs 4-3
    TKO
    R2 · 5:00
  8. WIN
    vs Vitaly Ostrovskiy
    M-1· Sep 17, 2010· Welterweight· 9-0 vs 5-6
    TKO
    R1 · 4:06
  9. WIN
    Golden Fist Of Russia 1· Jun 10, 2010· Welterweight· 8-0 vs 2-2
    UD
  10. WIN
    vs Shakhbulat Shamkhalaev
    M-1: Russian Selection 2009 (Stage 9)· Nov 3, 2009· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 2-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:36
  11. WIN
    Tsumada FC 3· Aug 8, 2009· Welterweight· 6-0 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R2 · 2:44
  12. WIN
    vs Said Akhmed
    Tsumada FC 3· Aug 8, 2009· Welterweight· 5-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:05
  13. WIN
    vs Shamil Abdulkerimov
    Atrium Pankration Cup 2008· Oct 11, 2008· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 2-1
    UD
  14. WIN
    vs Ramazan Kurbanismailov
    Atrium Pankration Cup 2008· Oct 11, 2008· Lightweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
    UD
  15. WIN
    vs Magomed Magomedov
    Atrium Pankration Cup 2008· Oct 11, 2008· Lightweight· 2-0 vs 0-5
    UD
  16. WIN
    vs Vusal Bayramov
    CSFU: Champions League· Sep 13, 2008· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 1-1
    SUB
    R2 · 2:20

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • AKA (American Kickboxing Academy)

Fight DNA

Pressure Wrestler

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (24 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Takedown Machine
100 · best in division
Submission Threat
97 · top 4% in division
Iron Chin
96 · top 12% in division
Punch power94
Kick power87
Punch speed92
Kick speed88
Accuracy90
Takedowns100
Ground striking100
Submissions97
Chin96
Body strength95
Cardio96

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 29-0-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed4.10per min
49% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.75per min
65% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed5.32per 15 min
48% success
Takedowns stuffed85%
Submission attempts0.8per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 13-0-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed4.10per min
49% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.75per min
65% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed5.32per 15 min
48% success
Takedowns stuffed85%
Submission attempts0.8per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Khabib Nurmagomedov sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Khabib Nurmagomedov has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $150,000.

★ Performance of the Night ×3
  1. ★ POTNvs Justin Gaethje · UFC 254: Khabib vs GaethjeOct 24, 2020
  2. ★ POTNvs Dustin Poirier · UFC 242: Khabib vs PoirierSep 7, 2019
  3. ★ POTNvs Edson Barboza · UFC 219: Cyborg vs HolmDec 30, 2017

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Khabib Nurmagomedov earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Khabib Nurmagomedov's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Peak
Champion Lightweight
First ranked
Feb 4, 2013
Times ranked
297

Men's Pound-for-Pound

#1#5#10#1520172018201920202021Nov 16, 2016 · #15Nov 21, 2016 · #14Dec 14, 2016 · #12Jan 2, 2017 · #13Jan 18, 2017 · #14Feb 13, 2017 · #13Mar 6, 2017 · #14Jul 10, 2017 · #15Jan 1, 2018 · #14Mar 5, 2018 · #12Mar 21, 2018 · #14Apr 11, 2018 · #8Apr 23, 2018 · #9Aug 1, 2018 · #8Oct 8, 2018 · #2Jan 1, 2019 · #3Jul 22, 2019 · #2Aug 12, 2019 · #3Aug 19, 2019 · #2Oct 26, 2020 · #1Mar 15, 2021 · #1#1

Lightweight

C#5#10#152014201620182020Feb 4, 2013 · #10Mar 18, 2013 · #9Apr 22, 2013 · #10Sep 23, 2013 · #7Apr 21, 2014 · #5May 5, 2014 · #4Jul 28, 2014 · #3Aug 25, 2014 · #2Dec 8, 2014 · #1Dec 22, 2014 · #2Jun 8, 2015 · #3Dec 21, 2015 · #2Apr 18, 2016 · #1Nov 7, 2016 · #2Nov 16, 2016 · #1Oct 9, 2017 · #2Apr 11, 2018 · CMar 15, 2021 · CC

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1865▲26
Peak
1872Apr 19, 2014
Rated fights
29
150016501800200920112013201520172019Sep 13, 2008 · 1541Oct 11, 2008 · 1565Oct 11, 2008 · 1588Oct 11, 2008 · 1603Aug 8, 2009 · 1632Aug 8, 2009 · 1658Nov 3, 2009 · 1683Jun 10, 2010 · 1693Sep 17, 2010 · 1710Feb 12, 2011 · 1732Apr 8, 2011 · 1744May 6, 2011 · 1751Jul 2, 2011 · 1760Aug 5, 2011 · 1773Sep 15, 2011 · 1782Oct 22, 2011 · 1789Jan 20, 2012 · 1818Jul 8, 2012 · 1838Jan 19, 2013 · 1850May 25, 2013 · 1856Sep 21, 2013 · 1863Apr 19, 2014 · 1872Apr 17, 2016 · 1779Nov 13, 2016 · 1794Dec 30, 2017 · 1797Apr 7, 2018 · 1808Oct 7, 2018 · 1828Sep 7, 2019 · 1852Oct 24, 2020 · 18651865

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Frequently asked questions

When does Khabib Nurmagomedov fight next?

Khabib Nurmagomedov has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Khabib Nurmagomedov's record?

Khabib Nurmagomedov's professional MMA record is 29-0-0.

Who is Khabib Nurmagomedov fighting next?

Khabib Nurmagomedov's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Khabib Nurmagomedov fight last?

Khabib Nurmagomedov most recently fought Justin Gaethje at UFC 254: Khabib vs Gaethje on Saturday, October 24, 2020, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Khabib Nurmagomedov fight in?

Khabib Nurmagomedov fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Khabib Nurmagomedov have?

Khabib Nurmagomedov has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 11 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Khabib Nurmagomedov won?

Khabib Nurmagomedov has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses: 3× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Khabib Nurmagomedov?

Khabib Nurmagomedov is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does Khabib Nurmagomedov weigh?

Khabib Nurmagomedov weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Khabib Nurmagomedov's reach?

Khabib Nurmagomedov has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Khabib Nurmagomedov?

Khabib Nurmagomedov is 38 years old (born Sep 20, 1988).

Where is Khabib Nurmagomedov from?

Khabib Nurmagomedov is from Russia / the United Arab Emirates.

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