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Timur Valiev

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19-5-0★ 1bonusRussiaRussiaLast 5
19-5-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
NEXT FIGHT
vs Shamil Boraev
ACAACA 208: Shaikhaev vs Tumenov·

CAREER SUMMARY

Timur Valiev holds a professional MMA record of 19-5-0. Timur Valiev has won 19 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 12 by decision. In the UFC, Timur Valiev lands 5.19 significant strikes per minute with 53% accuracy and averages 1.73 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: August 15, 2025. Tracked organizations: ACA, UFC, PFL.

Profile

Height
5'6"168 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
67"170 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
1990-01-19
Age
36
Nationality
Russia
Birthplace
Dagestan, Russia

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Jackson-Wink MMA · Russia

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Featherweight roster (204 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power68
Kick power94
Punch speed51
Kick speed96
Accuracy67
Takedowns96
Ground striking94
Submissions92
Chin80
Body strength92
Cardio95

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 2-1-0 (1 NC) · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed5.19per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.33per min
45% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.73per 15 min
40% success
Takedowns stuffed55%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
Tracked fightsSource: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed4.00per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.04per min
45% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.24per 15 min
30% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
See every fight's numbers

Where they rank

All-time boards where Timur Valiev sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Timur Valiev has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ FOTN ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Raoni Barcelos · UFC Fight Night: Gane vs VolkovJun 26, 2021

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 Timur Valiev earns per fight.

Timur Valiev's salary & career earnings →

Upcoming

  1. ACAACA 208: Shaikhaev vs Tumenov
    vs Shamil BoraevFeatherweight

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs David Dzhibilov
    ACAACA 190: Gasanov vs Aryshev· Aug 15, 2025· Lightweight· 19-5 vs 9-0
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. WIN
    vs Maharbek Karginov
    ACAACA 179: Omarov vs Taygibov· Sep 8, 2024· Lightweight· 19-4 vs 17-5
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs Alexander Podlesniy
    ACAACA 172: Ismailov vs Tokov· Mar 9, 2024· Bantamweight· 18-4 vs 21-8-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. LOSS
    vs Jack Shore
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Volkov vs Aspinall· Mar 19, 2022· Bantamweight· 18-3 vs 16-0
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Raoni Barcelos
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Gane vs Volkov· Jun 26, 2021· Bantamweight· 18-2 vs 16-2
    MD
    R3 · 5:00
    FOTN
  6. WIN
    vs Martin Day
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Overeem vs Volkov· Feb 6, 2021· Featherweight· 17-2 vs 8-6
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  7. NC
    vs Trevin Jones
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Munhoz vs Edgar· Aug 22, 2020· Catchweight· 16-2 vs 12-6
    Overturned
    R2 · 1:59
  8. WIN
    vs Taigro Costa
    GFC 22· Dec 13, 2019· Bantamweight· 16-2 vs 15-6
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Giovanni da Silva
    GFC 14: Dagestan· Jul 13, 2019· Bantamweight· 15-2 vs 18-4
    TKO
    R1 · 3:58
  10. WIN
    vs Bekbulat Magomedov
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 4: 2018 Regular Season· Jul 18, 2018· Featherweight· 14-2 vs 19-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. WIN
    vs Max Coga
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 1: 2018 Regular Season· Jun 6, 2018· Featherweight· 13-2 vs 19-5
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  12. WIN
    vs Josinaldo Silva
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL: Fight Night· Nov 1, 2017· Bantamweight· 12-2 vs 25-6
    SUB
    R3 · 2:12
  13. WIN
    vs Chris Gutierrez
    WSOF 33: Branch vs. Magalhaes· Oct 7, 2016· Bantamweight· 11-2 vs 9-1-1
    UD
  14. LOSS
    vs Chris Gutierrez
    WSOF 28: Moraes vs. Barajas· Feb 20, 2016· Bantamweight· 10-2 vs 9-0-1
    SD
  15. WIN
    vs Tito Jones
    WSOF 23: Gaethje vs. Palomino 2· Sep 18, 2015· Bantamweight· 10-1 vs 11-8
    UD
  16. WIN
    vs Ed West
    WSOF 19: Gaethje vs. Palomino· Mar 28, 2015· Bantamweight· 9-1 vs 18-10
    TKO
    R1 · 1:39
  17. WIN
    vs Isaiah Chapman
    WSOF 13: Moraes vs. Bollinger· Sep 13, 2014· Bantamweight· 8-1 vs 6-2
    UD
  18. WIN
    vs Adam Acquaviva
    WSOF 10: Branch vs. Taylor· Jun 21, 2014· Bantamweight· 7-1 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R3 · 1:35
  19. WIN
    vs Bruno Marques
    Tech-KREP FC· Jun 16, 2013· Featherweight· 6-1 vs 6-4-1
    UD
  20. WIN
    vs Oleg Borisov
    Fight Nights Global 12· Nov 3, 2012· Featherweight· 5-1 vs 3-1
    UD
  21. WIN
    vs Algiz Vakhitov
    Universal Fighter· Oct 21, 2012· Bantamweight· 4-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:34
  22. WIN
    vs Evgeniy Lazukov
    Dictator Fighting Championship 1· Jun 28, 2012· Bantamweight· 3-1 vs 4-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:36
  23. WIN
    vs Fernando Cosenday
    United Arab Emirates Regional· Feb 25, 2012· 2-1 vs 0-1
    DEC
  24. WIN
    vs Gadzhimurad Gasanov
    Urkarakh Fights 2011· Jul 22, 2011· Bantamweight· 1-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:38
  25. LOSS
    vs TBA
    World Ultimate Full Contact· Sep 4, 2010· 0-1
    DEC

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1731▼6
Peak
1854Jun 26, 2021
Rated fights
23
150016001700180020122015201820212024Jul 22, 2011 · 1541Feb 25, 2012 · 1565Jun 28, 2012 · 1614Oct 21, 2012 · 1640Nov 3, 2012 · 1667Jun 16, 2013 · 1684Jun 21, 2014 · 1703Sep 13, 2014 · 1720Mar 28, 2015 · 1745Sep 18, 2015 · 1758Feb 20, 2016 · 1745Oct 7, 2016 · 1765Nov 2, 2017 · 1788Jun 7, 2018 · 1809Jul 19, 2018 · 1827Jul 13, 2019 · 1843Dec 13, 2019 · 1851Feb 7, 2021 · 1842Jun 26, 2021 · 1854Mar 19, 2022 · 1844Mar 9, 2024 · 1731Sep 8, 2024 · 1737Aug 15, 2025 · 17311731

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Frequently asked questions

When does Timur Valiev fight next?

Timur Valiev fights Shamil Boraev on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at ACA 208: Shaikhaev vs Tumenov.

What is Timur Valiev's record?

Timur Valiev's professional MMA record is 19-5-0.

Who is Timur Valiev fighting next?

Timur Valiev's next opponent is Shamil Boraev at ACA 208: Shaikhaev vs Tumenov.

Who did Timur Valiev fight last?

Timur Valiev most recently fought David Dzhibilov at ACA 190: Gasanov vs Aryshev on Friday, August 15, 2025, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Timur Valiev fight in?

Timur Valiev fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Timur Valiev have?

Timur Valiev has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Timur Valiev won?

Timur Valiev has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Timur Valiev?

Timur Valiev is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Timur Valiev weigh?

Timur Valiev weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Timur Valiev's reach?

Timur Valiev has a reach of 67" (170 cm).

How old is Timur Valiev?

Timur Valiev is 36 years old (born Jan 19, 1990).

Where is Timur Valiev from?

Timur Valiev is from Russia.