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Ismail Naurdiev

"Berzdog"
26-8-0Morocco / AustriaLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Marvin Vettori · Unanimous Decision · Oct 3, 2026

26-8-0 · 19 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
WINvs Marvin VettoriUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC 332: Silva vs Wang·October 3, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Ismail Naurdiev holds a professional MMA record of 26-8-0. Naurdiev has won 26 fights: 12 by KO/TKO, 7 by submission, 7 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Naurdiev lands 3.84 significant strikes per minute with 50% accuracy and averages 1.69 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 3, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC, BRAVE CF, ACA.

Profile

Height
5'10"178 cm
Weight
185 lbs84 kg
Reach
74"188 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Aug 18, 1996
Age
30
Nationality
Morocco / Austria
Birthplace
Grozny, Russia

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Career history

  1. LOSS
    BRAVE CF 50· Apr 1, 2021· Super Welterweight· 20-5 vs 16-3
    TKO
    R2 · 1:19
  2. WIN
    EMC 5· Sep 5, 2020· Welterweight· 20-4 vs 7-2
    UD
  3. WIN
    vs Paulistenio Rocha
    XFN 16· Feb 2, 2019· Welterweight· 17-2 vs 15-6-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:36
  4. WIN
    vs Andrei Vasinca
    ACB 52: Another Level of MMA Fighting· Jan 21, 2017· Welterweight· 14-1 vs 4-11
    TKO
    R1 · 1:28
  5. WIN
    vs Lászlò Szögyényi
    WFC 21: Road to KSW· Dec 17, 2016· Welterweight· 13-1 vs 1-4
    TKO
    R2 · 1:49
  6. WIN
    vs Garik Shahbabyan×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Aggrelin 14· Oct 16, 2016· Welterweight· 12-1 vs 1-3
    SUB
    R2 · 2:41
  7. WIN
    WFC 20: Exclusive Fight Night· Aug 27, 2016· Welterweight· 11-1 vs 6-4
    TKO
    R1 · 0:40
  8. WIN
    vs David Mate
    · Feb 27, 2016· Welterweight· 10-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:15
  9. WIN
    vs Leonardo D'Auria
    Austrian FC 2· Dec 12, 2015· Welterweight· 9-1 vs 5-7
    TKO
    R1
  10. WIN
    vs Asmir Sadiković
    North American Allied Fight Series· Dec 6, 2015· 8-1 vs 2-3
    SUB
  11. WIN
    vs Mikko Ahmala
    Cage 30· May 16, 2015· Welterweight· 7-1 vs 4-4
    TKO
    R1 · 2:27
  12. WIN
    vs Adnan Hadzic
    · Apr 11, 2015· Welterweight· 6-1 vs 1-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:28
  13. WIN
    vs Ibo Can
    · Sep 20, 2014· Welterweight· 5-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 2:00
  14. LOSS
    vs Cem Kaya
    GMC 5· Sep 13, 2014· Catchweight· 4-1 vs 1-0
    SUB
    R1 · 0:40
  15. WIN
    vs Uros Pavlovic
    Austria Regional· Apr 26, 2014· 4-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
  16. WIN
    vs Robert Oganesyan
    Mix Fight Austria· Apr 5, 2014· Welterweight· 3-0 vs 3-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:26
  17. WIN
    vs Abdul Shaliqhi
    Austria Regional· Feb 2, 2013· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  18. WIN
    vs Eldridz Alic
    · Nov 17, 2012· Welterweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    DEC

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseFreestyle WrestlingKickboxing
  • 2016Welterweight Championship · Aggrelin
  • 2016Bronze · Austrian Nationals Wrestling · -86 kg
  • Champion · KraftHerr Fight Night
  • Champion · Austrian Nationals Wrestling · junior · U-20
  • Champion · Austrian State Championships Wrestling
  • Champion · Austrian K1 Championship
  • Champion · Adidas Cup Grappling · Blue belt
  • Champion · Austrian State Championships Grappling · blue/purple belt
  • Started in Freestyle Wrestling

Camp

  • Top Team Salzburg · Richard-Kuerth-Strasse 4, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
  • A.C. Wals · Freestyle Wrestling · Wals-Siezenheim, Salzburg, Austria Former

Coaches

  • Ayub Gaziev · Cornerman

Training partners

  • Ayub Gaziev

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Middleweight roster (285 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power58
Kick power93
Punch speed94
Kick speed95
Accuracy93
Takedowns93
Ground striking78
Submissions92
Chin74
Body strength92
Cardio89

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 26-8-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.78per min
50% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.22per min
64% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.73per 15 min
43% success
Takedowns stuffed76%
Submission attempts0.4per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 5-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.84per min
50% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.22per min
64% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.69per 15 min
41% success
Takedowns stuffed74%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Ismail Naurdiev sits in the top 25.

Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Ismail Naurdiev earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1753▲10
Peak
1763Jun 18, 2022
Rated fights
34
15001600170020132016201920222025Nov 17, 2012 · 1528Feb 2, 2013 · 1565Apr 5, 2014 · 1599Apr 26, 2014 · 1628Sep 13, 2014 · 1573Sep 20, 2014 · 1601Apr 11, 2015 · 1618May 16, 2015 · 1637Dec 6, 2015 · 1651Dec 12, 2015 · 1663Feb 27, 2016 · 1674Aug 27, 2016 · 1691Oct 16, 2016 · 1706Dec 17, 2016 · 1713Jan 21, 2017 · 1722May 13, 2017 · 1752Sep 23, 2017 · 1727Nov 18, 2017 · 1756Feb 2, 2019 · 1749Feb 23, 2019 · 1760Jul 7, 2019 · 1750Sep 28, 2019 · 1759Mar 1, 2020 · 1750Sep 5, 2020 · 1756Apr 1, 2021 · 1741Sep 25, 2021 · 1751Jun 18, 2022 · 1763Oct 19, 2022 · 1739Dec 17, 2022 · 1724Dec 8, 2023 · 1731Oct 26, 2024 · 1739Jun 21, 2025 · 1729Nov 22, 2025 · 1743Oct 3, 2026 · 17531753

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Frequently asked questions

When does Ismail Naurdiev fight next?

Ismail Naurdiev has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Ismail Naurdiev's record?

Ismail Naurdiev's professional MMA record is 26-8-0.

Who is Ismail Naurdiev fighting next?

Ismail Naurdiev's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Ismail Naurdiev fight last?

Ismail Naurdiev most recently fought Marvin Vettori at UFC 332: Silva vs Wang on Saturday, October 3, 2026, WIN (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Ismail Naurdiev fight in?

Ismail Naurdiev fights at Middleweight.

How many knockouts does Ismail Naurdiev have?

Ismail Naurdiev has 12 wins by KO/TKO and 7 wins by submission.

How tall is Ismail Naurdiev?

Ismail Naurdiev is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does Ismail Naurdiev weigh?

Ismail Naurdiev weighs 185 lbs (84 kg).

What is Ismail Naurdiev's reach?

Ismail Naurdiev has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Ismail Naurdiev?

Ismail Naurdiev is 30 years old (born Aug 18, 1996).

Where is Ismail Naurdiev from?

Ismail Naurdiev is from Morocco / Austria.

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