UFC Baku Fighter Stats: Complete Tale of the Tape for All 24 Fighters
UFC Baku fighter stats for every fighter on the June 27, 2026 card. Records, height, reach, stance, camp, country, and UFC striking and grappling output where available. Stats sourced from UFCStats.com and Tapology, cross-referenced against the most recent five-fight performance window. Use this page as a reference while reading the predictions and main event breakdown. Fight-night updates land on the UFC Baku Fiziev vs Torres live tracker.
UFC Baku statistical leaders
- Highest SLpM: Rafael Fiziev (5.2)
- Highest striking accuracy: Ikram Aliskerov (56%)
- Best striking defense: Sharaputdin Magomedov (62%)
- Highest takedown average: Asu Almabaev (4.2 per 15 min)
- Best takedown defense: Sharaputdin Magomedov (75%)
- Longest reach: Julius Walker (80")
- Youngest fighter: Farman Hasanov (27)
- Most UFC experience: Marvin Vettori
Rafael Fiziev vs Manuel Torres
Lightweight (Main Event, 5 rounds)
| Stat | Rafael Fiziev | Manuel Torres |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 13-4 | 17-3 |
| Age | 33 | 30 |
| Height | 5'9" | 5'11" |
| Reach | 72" | 74" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Camp | Tiger Muay Thai | Lobo Gym |
| Country | Azerbaijan | Mexico |
| SLpM | 5.2 | 4.6 |
| Str. accuracy | 51% | 55% |
| Str. defense | 60% | 54% |
| TD avg / 15min | 0 | 0.8 |
| TD defense | 65% | 50% |
Rafael Fiziev: Born in Baku in 1993, Fiziev moved to Bishkek and then Phuket to train at Tiger Muay Thai, where he developed the kickboxing base that became his UFC calling card. He owns wins over Brad Riddell, Rafael dos Anjos, and Bobby Green, with losses to Justin Gaethje and Mateusz Gamrot among the closest decisions of 2022 and 2023.
Manuel Torres: Torres entered the UFC in 2022 on the back of a Contender Series win and has finished four of his five Octagon appearances inside the distance. The Mexican lightweight blends a long frame with heavy hands and an underrated grappling base honed at Lobo Gym in Mexico City.
Michel Pereira Lima vs Sharaputdin Magomedov
Middleweight
| Stat | Michel Pereira Lima | Sharaputdin Magomedov |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 32-14, 2 NC | 16-1 |
| Age | 32 | 31 |
| Height | 6'1" | 6'3" |
| Reach | 77" | 79" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Switch |
| Camp | Chute Boxe Diego Lima | Eagles MMA |
| Country | Brazil | Russia |
| SLpM | 4.8 | 3.9 |
| Str. accuracy | 49% | 53% |
| Str. defense | 56% | 62% |
| TD avg / 15min | 1.3 | 0.4 |
| TD defense | 60% | 75% |
Michel Pereira Lima: A veteran of more than 40 professional bouts, Pereira is known for acrobatic striking, cartwheel kicks, and an unpredictable pace. He has settled into middleweight with mixed results but remains a finishing threat off the back foot.
Sharaputdin Magomedov: A long Dagestani striker training out of Eagles MMA, Magomedov has used distance management and counter timing to win all three of his UFC bouts. He is one of the highest-upside middleweight prospects on the roster.
Brunno Ferreira vs Ikram Aliskerov
Middleweight
| Stat | Brunno Ferreira | Ikram Aliskerov |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 15-3 | 17-2 |
| Age | 35 | 33 |
| Height | 5'11" | 6'0" |
| Reach | 74" | 75" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Camp | Independent | Tiger Muay Thai |
| Country | Brazil | Russia |
| SLpM | 4.1 | 4.5 |
| Str. accuracy | 48% | 56% |
| Str. defense | 50% | 58% |
| TD avg / 15min | 0.6 | 2.1 |
| TD defense | 55% | 67% |
Brunno Ferreira: Ferreira earned his UFC contract on the Contender Series with a vicious knockout and has split his Octagon appearances. He is a power puncher with limited cardio beyond round two.
Ikram Aliskerov: A combat sambo standout from Dagestan, Aliskerov holds wins over Phil Hawes and Warlley Alves and is angling for a top-15 ranking with a finish in Baku.
Asu Almabaev vs Charles Johnson
Flyweight
| Stat | Asu Almabaev | Charles Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 23-3 | 19-8 |
| Age | 30 | 35 |
| Height | 5'5" | 5'8" |
| Reach | 65" | 71" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Switch |
| Camp | MFP Astana | Independent |
| Country | Kazakhstan | USA |
| SLpM | 3.8 | 4 |
| Str. accuracy | 47% | 45% |
| Str. defense | 55% | 60% |
| TD avg / 15min | 4.2 | 0.5 |
| TD defense | 70% | 50% |
Asu Almabaev: A relentless Kazakh wrestler now ranked inside the flyweight top 10. Almabaev grinds opponents from bell to bell and rarely loses a round on the cards.
Charles Johnson: A long, rangy flyweight striker with awkward angles. Johnson's takedown defense has been his Achilles heel against grappling-first opponents.
Abdulrakhman Yakhyaev vs Julius Walker
Light Heavyweight
| Stat | Abdulrakhman Yakhyaev | Julius Walker |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 9-0 | 7-2 |
| Age | 28 | 30 |
| Height | 6'3" | 6'4" |
| Reach | 78" | 80" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
| Camp | Iridium | Independent |
| Country | Turkey | USA |
| SLpM | 4.4 | 4.7 |
| Str. accuracy | 52% | 50% |
| Str. defense | 57% | 48% |
| TD avg / 15min | 1 | 0 |
| TD defense | 70% | 50% |
Abdulrakhman Yakhyaev: An undefeated Turkish light heavyweight making his Octagon debut after a strong run on the European regional scene.
Julius Walker: American power puncher with five first-round knockouts. Defense remains a question against more polished strikers.
Ismail Naurdiev vs Marvin Vettori
Middleweight
| Stat | Ismail Naurdiev | Marvin Vettori |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 25-8 | 19-9-1 |
| Age | 29 | 32 |
| Height | 6'0" | 6'0" |
| Reach | 76" | 74" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
| Camp | Independent | Kings MMA |
| Country | Morocco | Italy |
| SLpM | 3.5 | 5 |
| Str. accuracy | 47% | 45% |
| Str. defense | 56% | 54% |
| TD avg / 15min | 0.4 | 2 |
| TD defense | 60% | 70% |
Ismail Naurdiev: The Moroccan Devil returns after a layoff. A long striker with a kicking-heavy game and limited grappling output.
Marvin Vettori: Former title challenger and one of the most durable middleweights of the decade. The Italian Dream has gone the distance with Adesanya twice and Whittaker once.
Abus Magomedov vs Michal Oleksiejczuk
Middleweight
| Stat | Abus Magomedov | Michal Oleksiejczuk |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 28-7-1 | 22-9, 1 NC |
| Age | 35 | 31 |
| Height | 6'2" | 5'10" |
| Reach | 76" | 75" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
| Camp | Phoenix Hamburg | Berkut WCA |
| Country | Germany | Poland |
| SLpM | 4.2 | 4.6 |
| Str. accuracy | 50% | 51% |
| Str. defense | 53% | 50% |
| TD avg / 15min | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| TD defense | 60% | 55% |
Abus Magomedov: A long-time European veteran with stoppage power and a kickboxing-heavy style.
Michal Oleksiejczuk: Polish southpaw with a left-hand knockout reel that includes Sam Alvey and Cody Brundage.
Nursulton Ruziboev vs Andrey Pulyaev
Middleweight
| Stat | Nursulton Ruziboev | Andrey Pulyaev |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 36-9-2, 2 NC | 10-4 |
| Age | 31 | 29 |
| Height | 6'3" | 6'0" |
| Reach | 78" | 74" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Camp | Independent | Independent |
| Country | Uzbekistan | Russia |
Nursulton Ruziboev: A veteran Uzbek finisher with sambo and judo credentials.
Andrey Pulyaev: Short-notice UFC newcomer from the Russian regional circuit.
Bekzat Almakhan vs Jean Matsumoto
Bantamweight
| Stat | Bekzat Almakhan | Jean Matsumoto |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 12-3 | 17-2 |
| Age | 28 | 31 |
| Height | 5'7" | 5'7" |
| Reach | 68" | 68" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Camp | MFP | Nova União |
| Country | Kazakhstan | Brazil |
Bekzat Almakhan: Kazakh wrestler with three UFC appearances and one win.
Jean Matsumoto: Brazilian Top Team product with an active jiu-jitsu game.
Daniel Donchenko vs Andreas Gustafsson
Welterweight
| Stat | Daniel Donchenko | Andreas Gustafsson |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 13-2 | 12-3 |
| Age | 29 | 32 |
| Height | 5'11" | 6'2" |
| Reach | 73" | 76" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Camp | Independent | Allstars Training Center |
| Country | Ukraine | Sweden |
Daniel Donchenko: Ukrainian welterweight on a four-fight win streak entering the UFC.
Andreas Gustafsson: Swedish welterweight from the Allstars camp with a clinch-heavy style.
Nazim Sadykhov vs Matheus Camilo
Lightweight
| Stat | Nazim Sadykhov | Matheus Camilo |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 11-2-1 | 10-3 |
| Age | 30 | 28 |
| Height | 5'9" | 5'10" |
| Reach | 73" | 72" |
| Stance | Switch | Orthodox |
| Camp | Longo & Weidman MMA | Independent |
| Country | Azerbaijan | Brazil |
Nazim Sadykhov: Azerbaijan-born, New York-based lightweight on a three-fight unbeaten run.
Matheus Camilo: Brazilian lightweight with a submission-heavy regional resume.
Farman Hasanov vs Eric Nolan
Welterweight
| Stat | Farman Hasanov | Eric Nolan |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 4-0 | 8-4 |
| Age | 27 | 31 |
| Height | 5'11" | 5'10" |
| Reach | 74" | 72" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Camp | Baku MMA | Independent |
| Country | Azerbaijan | USA |
Farman Hasanov: Undefeated Azerbaijani prospect making his Octagon debut on home soil.
Eric Nolan: American welterweight stepping in for his second UFC appearance.
Key takeaways
- Rafael Fiziev leads UFC Baku in striking output at 5.2 SLpM.
- Sharaputdin Magomedov posts the best striking and takedown defense on the card.
- Asu Almabaev brings the highest takedown average at 4.2 per 15 minutes.
- Reach edge belongs to Julius Walker at 80 inches.
- Cross-reference these stats with the predictions page for confidence context.
Frequently asked questions
- Who has the best UFC Baku fighter stats?
- By UFC career striking output, Rafael Fiziev leads the card at 5.2 significant strikes landed per minute. By takedown average, Asu Almabaev tops the field at 4.2 takedowns per 15 minutes. By striking defense, Sharaputdin Magomedov is best at 62 percent.
- Who is the tallest fighter on UFC Baku?
- Sharaputdin Magomedov and Julius Walker both stand 6 feet 3 inches with 78 to 80 inch reaches, making them the longest fighters on the UFC Baku card. The reach advantage is most relevant in the Magomedov vs Pereira Lima middleweight bout.
- Who has the most UFC Baku fight experience?
- Marvin Vettori brings the most UFC tenure with 19 wins and 9 losses across more than a decade in the promotion, including two title fights against Israel Adesanya. Michel Pereira Lima has the most career fights overall with 32 wins on a 48-fight resume.
- What are Rafael Fiziev's UFC stats?
- Rafael Fiziev's UFC career stats: 5.2 significant strikes landed per minute, 51 percent striking accuracy, 60 percent striking defense, 0.0 takedowns per 15 minutes, 65 percent takedown defense. The output and defensive numbers rank him in the top 20 percent of active lightweights.
- What are Manuel Torres's UFC stats?
- Manuel Torres's UFC career stats: 4.6 significant strikes landed per minute, 55 percent striking accuracy, 54 percent striking defense, 0.8 takedowns per 15 minutes, 50 percent takedown defense. The accuracy number is misleading because Torres throws fewer strikes per round than most lightweights.