Marat Balaev

"Lion"

12-6-0

RussiaLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Vener Galiev · TKO · Nov 7, 2025

12-6-0 · 2 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Vener GalievTKO · R1 4:27

ACAACA 195: Kornilov vs Vakhaev·November 7, 2025

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Marat Balaev holds a professional MMA record of 12-6-0. Balaev has won 12 fights: 1 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 10 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. Most recent fight: November 7, 2025. Tracked organizations: ACA.

Profile

Height: 5'8"173 cm
Weight: 154 lbs70 kg
DOB: Jan 1, 1976
Age: 50
Team: БК Мотиватор
Nationality: Russia
Birthplace: Vladivostok, Russia

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 12-6-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed2.01per min

Strikes absorbed4.47per min

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.97per 15 min

15% success

Takedowns stuffed0%

Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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Recent & upcoming opponents

Career history

LOSS
vs Vener Galiev
ACA 195: Kornilov vs Vakhaev· Nov 7, 2025· Lightweight· 12-6 vs 39-16
TKO
R1 · 4:27
LOSS
vs Enrique Barzola
ACA 190: Gasanov vs Aryshev· Aug 15, 2025· Lightweight· 12-5 vs 23-9-2
SUB
R3 · 1:25
LOSS
vs Hacran Dias
ACA 186: Bogatyrev vs Kornilov 2· May 10, 2025· Welterweight· 12-4 vs 28-12-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Joao Luiz Nogueira
ACA 126: Magomedov vs Egemberdiev· Jul 16, 2021· Lightweight· 12-3 vs 26-10
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Felipe FroesTitle bout
ACA 116· Dec 18, 2020· Lightweight· 11-3 vs 20-4-1
TKO
R3 · 1:19
WIN
vs Diego Brandao
ACA 103: Butorin vs Yagshimuradov· Dec 14, 2019· Lightweight· 11-2 vs 25-15
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Salman ZhamaldaevTitle bout
ACA 93: ACA 93, Saint Petersburg· Mar 16, 2019· Lightweight· 10-2 vs 17-1
UD
R5 · 5:00
WIN
vs Murad Machaev
ACA 89: ACB 93 - Krasnodar· Sep 8, 2018· Lightweight· 10-1 vs 23-3
TKO
R1 · 03:42
LOSS
vs Yusuf Raisov
ACA 86: ACB 86, Moscow· May 5, 2018· Welterweight· 9-1 vs 13-1
SUB
R1 · 02:29
WIN
vs Adlan Bataev
ACA 61: ACB 61 - St. Petersburg· May 20, 2017· Welterweight· 9-0 vs 7-2
DEC
WIN
vs Yusuf Raisov
ACA 50: ACB 50 - Stormbringer· Dec 18, 2016· Welterweight· 8-0 vs 9-1
DEC
R1 · 02:29
WIN
vs Suleiman Bouhata
ACA 41: ACB 41 - Path to triumph· Jul 15, 2016· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 12-7
SUB
R1 · 01:30
WIN
vs Sergey Petrov
Fightpro 9: Night of Superfights· Apr 1, 2016· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 0-1
UD
WIN
vs Mukhamed Kokov
ACA 31: ACB 31 - Magomedsharipov vs Arapkhanov· Mar 9, 2016· Welterweight· 5-0 vs 9-2
DEC
WIN
vs Artem Ryazanov
FightPro: Battle On The Neva· Feb 23, 2016· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 0-1
UD
WIN
vs Aziz Mezgidov
ACA 23: ACB 23 - Young Eagles 2· Oct 10, 2015· Lightweight· 3-0 vs 4-5
DEC
WIN
vs Isaac Perez Barrios
M-1 Challenge 50· Aug 15, 2014· Lightweight· 2-0 vs 3-5
UD
WIN
vs Rakhmatilo Khasimov
FightPro: Fight Night 2013· Dec 15, 2013· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
UD

Title bout

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1552▼23
Peak: 1767Sep 8, 2018
Rated fights: 18

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Frequently asked questions

When does Marat Balaev fight next?

Marat Balaev has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Marat Balaev's record?

Marat Balaev's professional MMA record is 12-6-0.

Who is Marat Balaev fighting next?

Marat Balaev's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Marat Balaev fight last?

Marat Balaev most recently fought Vener Galiev at ACA 195: Kornilov vs Vakhaev on Friday, November 7, 2025, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Marat Balaev fight in?

Marat Balaev fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Marat Balaev have?

Marat Balaev has 1 win by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Marat Balaev?

Marat Balaev is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Marat Balaev weigh?

Marat Balaev weighs 154 lbs (70 kg).

How old is Marat Balaev?

Marat Balaev is 50 years old (born Jan 1, 1976).

Where is Marat Balaev from?

Marat Balaev is from Russia.

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CAREER SUMMARY