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"The Snow Leopard"

Javid Basharat

Bantamweight Division

14-1-0 (W-L-D)

5

Wins by Knockout

6

Wins by Submission

8

First Round Finishes

Javid Basharat

athlete record

Info

Learn more about Javid Basharat's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Active
Place of Birth
Paktia, Afghanistan
Trains at
Xtreme Couture - Las Vegas, NV
Fighting style
MMA
Age
28
Height
69.00
Weight
148.80
Octagon Debut
Mar. 12, 2022
Reach
69.00
Leg reach
41.00
  • Pro since 2016

     
  • Five wins by KO, six by submission (2 RNC, Brabo choke, 2 guillotine, heel hook)

     
  • Eight first-round finishes

     
  • Origin of nickname: “It’s the national animal of Afghanistan. It is known for being elusive and that’s the way I like to fight.”

UFC 294 (10/21/23) Basharat’s bout with Victor Henry was ruled a no contest at :15 of the second round when an accidental groin kick rendered Henry unable to continue

UFC Fight Night (1/14/23) Basharat won a three round unanimous decision over Mateus Mendonça

UFC Fight Night (9/17/22) Basharat won a three round unanimous decision over Tony Gravely 

UFC Fight Night (3/12/22) Basharat won a three round unanimous decision over Trevin Jones

 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 5 

Episode nine (10/26/21) Basharat submitted Oron Kahlon via guillotine choke at 4:12 of the third round

When and why did you start training for fighting? When I was eight. I used to fight a lot in school and with my brother Farid Basharat, who is now also an undefeated fighter at 7-0.



What titles have you held? Fightstar European title, Contenders European title



Do you have any heroes? Muhammad Ali



What would it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s the pinnacle of fighting. It’s where I belong amongst the best fighters in the world.



Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? 4-0 as an amateur



Favorite grappling technique: Any form of choke



Favorite Striking technique: Jab