Abubakar Nurmagomedov
Abubakar Magomedovich Nurmagomedov is a Russian mixed martial artist who has competed in the welterweight division.
Abubakar Magomedovich Nurmagomedov is a Russian mixed martial artist who competes in the welterweight division. He has fought in the UFC and previously in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), and is also a decorated combat sambo competitor.
Early life and background
Abubakar Nurmagomedov was born in Russia on November 13, 1989. He is a Russian fighter from Dagestan/Makhachkala, and has a background in combat sambo.
Mixed martial arts career
Nurmagomedov turned professional in 2011 and competed in regional and international promotions before signing with the UFC. His professional record is listed as 17 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, with experience in the UFC and PFL.
Combat sambo achievements
Before and alongside his MMA career, Nurmagomedov competed in combat sambo. He is a three-time Combat Sambo World Championship bronze medalist and a Russian national combat sambo champion.
Fighting style and physical profile
He competes in the welterweight division, stands 5 ft 11 in tall, weighs about 170 lb, and fights from an orthodox stance. His reach is listed at 72 inches.
Key facts
- Competed professionally in mixed martial arts in the welterweight division.
- Fought in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
- Previously competed in the Professional Fighters League (PFL).
- Has a professional MMA record of 17–4–1.
- Has won bronze medals at the Combat Sambo World Championships and is a Russian national combat sambo champion.
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References
- ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/3895515/abubakar-nurmagomedovSupports: Birthdate, nationality, division, height, weight, stance, reach, team, and professional MMA record.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abubakar_NurmagomedovSupports: Full name, date of birth, Russian nationality, UFC and PFL participation, combat sambo achievements, and professional record.
- UFC Stats — http://ufcstats.com/fighter-details/029e1293e609fd74Supports: Official UFC fighter record, physical measurements, stance, date of birth, and professional record.
- Tapology — https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/65871-abubakr-nurmagomedovSupports: Professional MMA record, birthplace, fighting out location, height, reach, and recent fight information.