Fighter

Nikolay Veretennikov

"Gladiator"

14-8-0

KazakhstanLast 5

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Nikolay Veretennikov holds a professional MMA record of 14-8-0. Nikolay Veretennikov has won 14 fights: 10 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Nikolay Veretennikov lands 2.74 significant strikes per minute with 56% accuracy and averages 0.40 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: May 16, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 6'1"185 cm
Weight: 170 lbs77 kg
Reach: 74"188 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: 1989-12-22
Age: 36
Nationality: Kazakhstan
Birthplace: Sloboda, Ukraine

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Kings MMA · Kazakhstan

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (258 fighters)

One-Shot Power

98 · top 3% in division

Punch power93

Kick power98

Punch speed95

Kick speed96

Accuracy81

Takedowns64

Ground striking63

Submissions79

Chin79

Body strength77

Cardio70

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 2-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.74per min

56% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.43per min

47% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.40per 15 min

16% success

Takedowns stuffed62%

Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Nikolay Veretennikov sits in the top 25.

All MMA

#11 Best significant strike accuracy, Welterweight58.0%

UFC

#5 Best significant strike accuracy, Welterweight58.0%

Recent & upcoming opponents

Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Nikolay Veretennikov earns per fight.

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Career history

LOSS
vs Khaos Williams
UFCUFC Fight Night: Allen vs Costa· May 16, 2026· Welterweight· 14-8 vs 16-5
TKO
R1 · 3:31
WIN
vs Niko Price
UFCUFC Fight Night: Bautista vs Oliveira· Feb 7, 2026· Welterweight· 14-7 vs 16-10
TKO
R1 · 1:42
LOSS
vs Punahele Soriano
UFCUFC 320: Ankalaev vs Pereira 2· Oct 4, 2025· Welterweight· 13-7 vs 12-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Francisco Prado
UFCUFC 318: Holloway vs Poirier 3· Jul 19, 2025· Welterweight· 13-6 vs 12-4
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Austin Vanderford
UFCUFC Seattle: Cejudo vs Song· Feb 22, 2025· Catchweight· 12-6 vs 13-2
TKO
R2 · 4:13
LOSS
vs Danny Barlow
UFCUFC Fight Night: Tybura vs Spivac 2· Aug 10, 2024· Welterweight· 12-5 vs 9-0
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Ashley Reece
United Fight League 4· Apr 27, 2024· Welterweight· 12-4 vs 9-3
TKO
R1 · 2:47
WIN
vs Luis Iniguez
United Fight League 3· Aug 12, 2023· Welterweight· 11-4 vs 6-3
TKO
R2 · 4:16
WIN
vs Demarques Jackson
United Fight League 2· May 13, 2023· Welterweight· 10-4 vs 13-8
SUB
R2 · 1:38
LOSS
vs Michael Morales
UFCDana White's Contender Series 40· Sep 21, 2021· Welterweight· 9-4 vs 12-0
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Anthony Ivy×1Title bout · Title win #1
Fury FC 46: Lookin' For a Fight· May 16, 2021· Welterweight· 9-3 vs 8-5
TKO
R1 · 2:00
WIN
vs Steve Jones
LFA 102: Souza vs. Johns· Mar 19, 2021· Welterweight· 8-3 vs 8-2
UD
WIN
vs Austin Jones
Fury FC 37· Sep 28, 2019· Welterweight· 7-3 vs 8-5
TKO
WIN
vs Melvin Jordan
LFA 28: Jackson vs. Luna· Dec 8, 2017· Welterweight· 6-3 vs 5-3
TKO
R1 · 2:00
WIN
vs Clovis Hancock
LFA 7: Sanchez vs. Mai· Mar 24, 2017· Welterweight· 5-3 vs 2-2
TKO
R3 · 2:21
WIN
vs Artenas Young
Fury FC 13· Nov 4, 2016· Middleweight· 4-3 vs 10-12
UD
WIN
vs Charlie Ontiveros
Fury FC 12· Sep 10, 2016· Welterweight· 3-3 vs 8-5
TKO
R1 · 2:10
WIN
vs Rasika Dissanayake
Fury FC 10: Turcios vs. Chaw· Apr 8, 2016· Welterweight· 2-3 vs 0-2
TKO
R2 · 2:39
LOSS
vs Ronny Alexander landaeta utrera
M-1 Mix-Fighter· Nov 22, 2014· Middleweight· 1-3 vs 9-6
TKO
R2 · 3:05
LOSS
vs Rashidkhan Abdurashidov
M-1 Global· Jun 15, 2014· Lightweight· 1-2 vs 3-0
SUB
R1 · 3:30
LOSS
vs Gadzhi Alisultanov
M-1 Global· May 27, 2014· 1-1 vs 1-0
DEC
WIN
vs Aleksey Badyukov
Kazakhstan Regional· Oct 20, 2012· 1-0 vs 0-2
TKO

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1647▼10
Peak: 1682Apr 27, 2024
Rated fights: 22

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Frequently asked questions

When does Nikolay Veretennikov fight next?

Nikolay Veretennikov has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Nikolay Veretennikov's record?

Nikolay Veretennikov's professional MMA record is 14-8-0.

Who is Nikolay Veretennikov fighting next?

Nikolay Veretennikov's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Nikolay Veretennikov fight last?

Nikolay Veretennikov most recently fought Khaos Williams at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs Costa on Saturday, May 16, 2026, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Nikolay Veretennikov fight in?

Nikolay Veretennikov fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Nikolay Veretennikov have?

Nikolay Veretennikov has 10 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Nikolay Veretennikov?

Nikolay Veretennikov is 6'1" (185 cm) tall.

How much does Nikolay Veretennikov weigh?

Nikolay Veretennikov weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Nikolay Veretennikov's reach?

Nikolay Veretennikov has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Nikolay Veretennikov?

Nikolay Veretennikov is 36 years old (born Dec 22, 1989).

Where is Nikolay Veretennikov from?

Nikolay Veretennikov is from Kazakhstan.

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