Last fight
Win
Evloev vs Murphy
Mar. 21, 2026
UFC Spotlight
Stats & Records
3
Wins by Knockout
4
Wins by Submission
2
First Round Finishes
Significant Strikes include all strikes at distance, plus power strikes in the clinch and on the ground.
Striking accuracy
- Sig. Strikes Landed
- 625
- Sig. Strikes Attempted
- 1312
A takedown is awarded when a fighter deliberately grapples an opponent to the ground and establishes an advantageous position for an appreciable amount of time.
Takedown Accuracy
- Takedowns Landed
- 5
- Takedowns Attempted
- 97
- Sig. Str. Defense is the percentage of significant strikes attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Takedown defense is the percentage of takedowns attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Knockdown Avg. is the average number of knockdowns per 15 Minutes window.
Sig. Str. by target
athlete record
Info
Status
Active
Place of Birth
Ingushetia, Russia
Trains at
American Top Team
Fighting style
Freestyle
Age
32
Height
67.00
Weight
145.50
Octagon Debut
Apr. 20, 2019
Reach
72.50
Leg reach
36.00
- Pro since 2014
- Three wins by knockout, four by submission (4 RNC)
- Two first round finishes
UFC Fight Night (3/21/26) Evloev won a five round majority decision over Lerone Murphy
UFC 310 (12/7/24) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over Aljamain Sterling
UFC 297 (1/20/24) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over Arnold Allen
UFC 288 (5/6/23) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over Diego Lopes
UFC Fight Night (6/4/22) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over Dan Ige
UFC 263 (6/12/21) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over Hakeem Dawodu
UFC 257 (1/24/21) Evloev won a three round split decision over Nik Lentz
UFC on ESPN (7/26/20) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over Mike Grundy
UFC Fight Night (10/26/19) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over Enrique Barzola
UFC Fight Night (4/20/19) Evloev won a three round unanimous decision over SeungWoo Choi
When and why did you start training for fighting? Turned pro in 2014
What ranks and titles have you held? Former M-1 Global bantamweight champion
Who is your favorite fighter and why? I respect many fighters, especially those who show discipline, strong character, and consistency. Fighters who stay true to themselves and their values inspire me the most.
Do you have any heroes? Muhammad Ali is number 1 for me
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Since I was a kid it was my dream to fight in UFC. I couldn't believe it was possible. Now I believe I can become champion of this organization, because anything is possible if you are willing to do everything for it.
Is there a cause that you want to use your platform for? I want to inspire young people to choose discipline, sports, and a healthy life. Martial arts can give direction, character, and purpose.
Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you? Legacy. Becoming the best version of myself. Representing my people, my team, and my values with honor.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I have two degrees in computer programming and law. But I prefer doing sports.
What was your job before you started fighting? I was doing Greco-Roman wrestling before MMA
Favorite grappling technique: In a fight I like to control my opponents. I like to break them mentally and physically.
Tell us about your life outside of fighting: Outside of fighting I try to keep my life simple. I spend time with my family and close friends, recover, train, and focus on improving myself as a person.
