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Timur Valiev

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20-5-0★ 1bonusRussiaRussiaLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Shamil Boraev · Submission · Oct 4, 2026

20-5-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
WINvs Shamil BoraevSUB · R2 1:47
ACAACA 208: Shaikhaev vs Tumenov·October 4, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Timur Valiev holds a professional MMA record of 20-5-0. Valiev has won 20 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 12 by decision. In the UFC, Valiev lands 5.19 significant strikes per minute with 53% accuracy and averages 1.73 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 4, 2026. Tracked organizations: ACA, UFC, PFL.

Profile

Height
5'6"168 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
67"170 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jan 19, 1990
Age
36
Nationality
Russia
Birthplace
Dagestan, Russia

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Shamil Boraev
    ACA 208: Shaikhaev vs Tumenov· Oct 4, 2026· Lightweight· 20-5 vs 7-2
    SUB
    R2 · 1:47
  2. LOSS
    vs David Dzhibilov
    ACA 190: Gasanov vs Aryshev· Aug 15, 2025· Lightweight· 19-5 vs 9-0
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. WIN
    vs Maharbek Karginov
    ACA 179: Omarov vs Taygibov· Sep 8, 2024· Lightweight· 19-4 vs 17-5
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. LOSS
    vs Alexander Podlesniy
    ACA 172: Ismailov vs Tokov· Mar 9, 2024· Bantamweight· 18-4 vs 21-8-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. LOSS
    vs Jack Shore
    UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs Aspinall· Mar 19, 2022· Bantamweight· 18-3 vs 16-0
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  6. WIN
    vs Raoni Barcelos
    UFC Fight Night: Gane vs Volkov· Jun 26, 2021· Bantamweight· 18-2 vs 16-2
    MD
    R3 · 5:00
    FOTN
  7. WIN
    vs Martin Day
    UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs Volkov· Feb 6, 2021· Featherweight· 17-2 vs 8-6
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  8. NC
    vs Trevin Jones
    UFC Fight Night: Munhoz vs Edgar· Aug 22, 2020· Catchweight· 16-2 vs 12-6
    Overturned
    R2 · 1:59
  9. WIN
    vs Taigro Costa
    GFC 22· Dec 13, 2019· Bantamweight· 16-2 vs 15-6
    UD
  10. WIN
    vs Giovanni da Silva
    GFC 14: Dagestan· Jul 13, 2019· Bantamweight· 15-2 vs 18-4
    TKO
    R1 · 3:58
  11. WIN
    vs Bekbulat Magomedov
    Professional Fighters League - PFL 4: 2018 Regular Season· Jul 18, 2018· Featherweight· 14-2 vs 19-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  12. WIN
    vs Max Coga
    Professional Fighters League - PFL 1: 2018 Regular Season· Jun 6, 2018· Featherweight· 13-2 vs 19-5
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  13. WIN
    vs Josinaldo Silva
    Professional Fighters League - PFL: Fight Night· Nov 1, 2017· Bantamweight· 12-2 vs 25-6
    SUB
    R3 · 2:12
  14. WIN
    vs Chris Gutierrez
    WSOF 33: Branch vs. Magalhaes· Oct 7, 2016· Bantamweight· 11-2 vs 9-1-1
    UD
  15. LOSS
    vs Chris Gutierrez
    WSOF 28: Moraes vs. Barajas· Feb 20, 2016· Bantamweight· 10-2 vs 9-0-1
    SD
  16. WIN
    vs Tito Jones
    WSOF 23: Gaethje vs. Palomino 2· Sep 18, 2015· Bantamweight· 10-1 vs 11-8
    UD
  17. WIN
    vs Ed West
    WSOF 19: Gaethje vs. Palomino· Mar 28, 2015· Bantamweight· 9-1 vs 18-10
    TKO
    R1 · 1:39
  18. WIN
    vs Isaiah Chapman
    WSOF 13: Moraes vs. Bollinger· Sep 13, 2014· Bantamweight· 8-1 vs 6-2
    UD
  19. WIN
    vs Adam Acquaviva
    WSOF 10: Branch vs. Taylor· Jun 21, 2014· Bantamweight· 7-1 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R3 · 1:35
  20. WIN
    vs Bruno Marques
    Tech-KREP FC· Jun 16, 2013· Featherweight· 6-1 vs 6-4-1
    UD
  21. WIN
    vs Oleg Borisov
    Fight Nights Global 12· Nov 3, 2012· Featherweight· 5-1 vs 3-1
    UD
  22. WIN
    vs Algiz Vakhitov
    Universal Fighter· Oct 21, 2012· Bantamweight· 4-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:34
  23. WIN
    vs Evgeniy Lazukov
    Dictator Fighting Championship 1· Jun 28, 2012· Bantamweight· 3-1 vs 4-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:36
  24. WIN
    vs Fernando Cosenday
    United Arab Emirates Regional· Feb 25, 2012· 2-1 vs 0-1
    DEC
  25. WIN
    vs Gadzhimurad Gasanov
    Urkarakh Fights 2011· Jul 22, 2011· Bantamweight· 1-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:38
  26. LOSS
    vs Unknown opponent
    World Ultimate Full Contact· Sep 4, 2010· 0-1
    DEC

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Jackson-Wink MMA

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (480 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power55
Kick power94
Punch speed58
Kick speed96
Accuracy68
Takedowns92
Ground striking75
Submissions94
Chin93
Body strength93
Cardio96

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 20-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.89per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.40per min
45% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.16per 15 min
30% success
Takedowns stuffed52%
Submission attempts0.6per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 2-1-0 (1 NC) · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed5.19per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.33per min
45% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.73per 15 min
40% success
Takedowns stuffed56%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Timur Valiev sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Timur Valiev has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Raoni Barcelos · UFC Fight Night: Gane vs VolkovJun 26, 2021

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1737▲14
Peak
1855Jun 26, 2021
Rated fights
24
150016001700180020122015201820212024Jul 22, 2011 · 1541Feb 25, 2012 · 1565Jun 28, 2012 · 1614Oct 21, 2012 · 1640Nov 3, 2012 · 1667Jun 16, 2013 · 1684Jun 21, 2014 · 1703Sep 13, 2014 · 1720Mar 28, 2015 · 1746Sep 18, 2015 · 1759Feb 20, 2016 · 1746Oct 7, 2016 · 1765Nov 2, 2017 · 1788Jun 7, 2018 · 1811Jul 19, 2018 · 1829Jul 13, 2019 · 1844Dec 13, 2019 · 1853Feb 7, 2021 · 1844Jun 26, 2021 · 1855Mar 19, 2022 · 1846Mar 9, 2024 · 1732Sep 8, 2024 · 1738Aug 15, 2025 · 1732Oct 4, 2026 · 17371737

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Frequently asked questions

When does Timur Valiev fight next?

Timur Valiev has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Timur Valiev's record?

Timur Valiev's professional MMA record is 20-5-0.

Who is Timur Valiev fighting next?

Timur Valiev's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Timur Valiev fight last?

Timur Valiev most recently fought Shamil Boraev at ACA 208: Shaikhaev vs Tumenov on Sunday, October 4, 2026, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Timur Valiev fight in?

Timur Valiev fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Timur Valiev have?

Timur Valiev has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Timur Valiev won?

Timur Valiev has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Timur Valiev?

Timur Valiev is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Timur Valiev weigh?

Timur Valiev weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Timur Valiev's reach?

Timur Valiev has a reach of 67" (170 cm).

How old is Timur Valiev?

Timur Valiev is 36 years old (born Jan 19, 1990).

Where is Timur Valiev from?

Timur Valiev is from Russia.

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