Quick Info
| Profession | Professional mixed martial artist |
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| Nationality | Russian |
| Date of Birth | 14/04/1993 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Russia |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Latest News about Abubakar Vagaev
25/07/2026
Abubakar Vagaev made his UFC debut at UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi, defeating Saygid Izagakhmaev by unanimous decision. All three judges scored the welterweight bout 29-28 in his favour. The win was his first in the promotion and extended his professional record to 25-4-0.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Russian professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC welterweight division. He trains at Akhmat Fight Club and fights out of Grozny, Chechnya. |
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| Pro Debut | 30/06/2012 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'11" (180 cm) |
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| Reach | 73 inches (185 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Weight Class | Welterweight |
Career
| Combat Sports | Mixed martial arts |
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| Training Start | Started wrestling at age 19 and mixed martial arts at age 20 |
| Professional Record | 25-4-0 (W-L-D) |
| UFC Debut | 25/07/2026 (unanimous decision win over Saygid Izagakhmaev at UFC Fight Night, Abu Dhabi) |
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| Affiliation | Akhmat Fight Club |
| Upcoming Fight | Jacob Malkoun at UFC 333, Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi (24/10/2026) |
Style Quotient
| Fighting Style | Wrestling-based mixed martial arts |
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| Stance | Orthodox |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Won his first six professional fights. | |
| 2. Has recorded four first-round finishes and one second-round finish in his career. | |
| 3. Won his first UFC fight by unanimous decision in July 2026. |
