Last fight
Wood vs Andrusca
Sep. 5, 2026
UFC Spotlight
Stats & Records
6
Wins by Knockout
1
Wins by Submission
5
First Round Finishes
- 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
Info
Status
Active
Place of Birth
Moldova
Trains at
Barbarosa School
Age
24
Height
67.00
Weight
145.00
Octagon Debut
Sep. 5, 2026
Reach
66.50
Leg reach
39.00
- Pro since March 2021 (Did not compete in 2022 or 2023)
- 7-fight finishing streak, won by Decision in his Pro Debut and has rattled off 7-straight finishes (6 KOs, 1 Sub)
- Six wins by KO, one by submission (RNC)
- Five first-round finishes, two second-round finishes
- Won a pro title with Austrian promotion Vendetta Fight Nights in 2024, defended it twice
- Has fought in Moldova, Austria, Turkey and UAE as a pro
- Joining Serghei Spivac & Ion Cutelaba as the only fighters from Moldova on the UFC Roster
- Wrestling background, took Bronze twice at the U20 European Wrestling Championships
UFC Fight Night (9/5/26) Andrusca makes his UFC debut against Nathaniel Wood
When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training in freestyle wrestling when I was 10 years old. Later, I transitioned to MMA because I really enjoyed the sport.
What does it mean for you to fight for the UFC? It has been my dream for as long as I can remember.
Who is your favorite fighter and why? I don’t have a favorite fighter or any idols.
Do you have any heroes outside of fighting? My family.
What are your current ranks in martial arts? Champion of Vendetta Fight Night.
Specific accomplishments in pro competition? Two-time European Freestyle Wrestling Bronze Medalist and Vendetta Fight Night Champion.
What fight do you consider to be the key fight in your career and why? The key fight in my career was my fourth fight, when I won the championship belt
Is there a cause that you want to use your platform for? I want to promote a healthy lifestyle and show people that any dream can become a reality.
Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you? My family motivates me.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Yes. I studied Physical Education and Sport, specializing in Pedagogy.
Favorite grappling technique: D’Arce choke
Favorite Striking technique: High Kick
Tell us about your life outside of fighting: I come from a simple family, and my parents have always supported me in everything I do. Recently, I started a family of my own with my wife, Valeria, who has supported me tremendously and continues to support me every day. Thanks to her, I had the opportunity to move from the region where I was born to the capital, Chișinău, and dedicate myself fully to MMA training. In my limited free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and family, reading, riding my motorcycle, and fishing.
