Tofiq Musayev
Lightweight Division
22-5-0 (W-L-D)
18
Wins by Knockout
2
Wins by Submission
14
First Round Finishes
Stats & Records
18
Wins by Knockout
2
Wins by Submission
14
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
- Pro since 2013
- 18 wins by KO, two by submission (Heel hook, RNC)
- 14 first-round finishes
- Has won three of his last four and two in a row
- Owns wins over Patricky Pitbull, Johnny Case, Daron Cruickshank, Sidney Outlaw
UFC on ABC (6/21/25) Musayev makes his UFC debut against Myktybek Orolbai
What professional titles have you held? Rizin Grand Prix Winner
Any accomplishments in amateur combat sports? Sanda world champion
Any belts/ ranks in grappling disciplines? Blue belt in jiu-jitsu
What has been your toughest fight to date and why? Rizin Grand Prix final against Patricky Pitbull when I was fighting with a broken hand.
Who is your favorite fighter and why? Georges St-Pierre. For his fighting style and IQ
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Bachelor’s degree in Sports Academy. Currently studying at - The Academy Of Public Administration Under The President Of The Republic Of Azerbaijan
What was your job before you started fighting? Fighting has been my only occupation for life
Personal Life / Background: Married with 2 kids
Who are 3 people you'd love to meet or work with? Floyd Mayweather, Conor McGregor, Mike Tyson
What are your hobbies, activities or other interests when not training for a fight? Ping pong, horse riding, shooting. It was my father’s dream to be a great athlete and fight in the UFC; I’m fulfilling my father’s dream.
