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Shamil Nikaev

"Lion"
10-1-0BelgiumBelgiumLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Mike Hamel · Majority Decision · Jun 16, 2023

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Mike HamelMD · R3 5:00
BellatorBellator 297: Nemkov vs Romero·June 16, 2023

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CAREER SUMMARY

Shamil Nikaev holds a professional MMA record of 10-1-0. Nikaev has 12 professional MMA bouts on record. Nikaev has won 10 fights: 0 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 9 by decision. Most recent fight: June 16, 2023. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR, ACA.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
156 lbs71 kg
Reach
69"175 cm
DOB
Jun 16, 1995
Age
31
Nationality
Belgium
Birthplace
Chechnya

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Berkut FC

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Recent & upcoming opponents

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Mike Hamel
    Bellator 297: Nemkov vs Romero· Jun 16, 2023· 10-1 vs 11-5
    MD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. WIN
    vs Kemran Lachinov
    Bellator 254: Macfarlane vs Velasquez· Dec 10, 2020· 10-0 vs 10-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. WIN
    vs Alexander Sarnavskiy
    ACA 80: ACB 80 - Krasnodar· Feb 16, 2018· Welterweight· 9-0 vs 35-7
    DEC
  4. WIN
    vs Christos Giagos
    ACA 71: ACB 71, Moscow· Sep 30, 2017· Welterweight· 8-0 vs 14-6
    DEC
  5. WIN
    vs Aurel Pirtea
    ACA 60: ACB 60 - Vienna· May 13, 2017· Welterweight· 7-0 vs 15-9
    DEC
  6. LOSS
    vs Joao Luiz Nogueira
    ACA 52: ACB 52 - Vienna· Jan 21, 2017· Welterweight· 6-1 vs 24-6
    DEC
  7. WIN
    vs Artur Lemos
    ACA 43: ACB 43 - The Battle of the Sura· Aug 20, 2016· Welterweight· 6-0 vs 7-2
    DEC
  8. WIN
    vs Jamil Silveira da Conceicao
    ACA 32: ACB 32 - Battle of Lions· Mar 26, 2016· Welterweight· 5-0 vs 43-17-1
    DEC
  9. WIN
    vs Roman Avdal
    ACA 26: ACB 26 - Grand Prix Final 2015· Nov 28, 2015· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 6-4
    SUB
    R2 · 4:12
  10. WIN
    vs Amir Aygubov
    ACA 17: ACB 17 - Grand Prix Berkut 2015 Stage 4· May 2, 2015· Welterweight· 3-0 vs 0-2
    DEC
  11. WIN
    vs Dave Dormans
    Netherlands Regional· Mar 31, 2012· 2-0 vs 4-6-1
    DEC
  12. WIN
    vs Viktor Wittmann
    Outsider Cup· Jan 22, 2011· 1-0 vs 0-1
    DEC

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1560▼17
Peak
1728Feb 16, 2018
Rated fights
12
150016001700201220142016201820202022Jan 22, 2011 · 1528Mar 31, 2012 · 1557May 1, 2015 · 1561Nov 28, 2015 · 1613Mar 26, 2016 · 1648Aug 20, 2016 · 1675Jan 21, 2017 · 1652May 13, 2017 · 1674Sep 30, 2017 · 1697Feb 16, 2018 · 1728Dec 11, 2020 · 1641Jun 16, 2023 · 15601560

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Frequently asked questions

When does Shamil Nikaev fight next?

Shamil Nikaev has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Shamil Nikaev's record?

Shamil Nikaev's professional MMA record is 10-1-0.

Who is Shamil Nikaev fighting next?

Shamil Nikaev's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Shamil Nikaev fight last?

Shamil Nikaev most recently fought Mike Hamel at Bellator 297: Nemkov vs Romero on Friday, June 16, 2023, LOSS (Majority Decision).

What weight class does Shamil Nikaev fight in?

Shamil Nikaev fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Shamil Nikaev have?

Shamil Nikaev has 0 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Shamil Nikaev?

Shamil Nikaev is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Shamil Nikaev weigh?

Shamil Nikaev weighs 156 lbs (71 kg).

What is Shamil Nikaev's reach?

Shamil Nikaev has a reach of 69" (175 cm).

How old is Shamil Nikaev?

Shamil Nikaev is 31 years old (born Jun 16, 1995).

Where is Shamil Nikaev from?

Shamil Nikaev is from Belgium.

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