Ikram Aliskerov

Ikram Aliskerov is a Russian mixed martial artist and former combat sambo champion competing in the UFC middleweight division. He is known for his southpaw stance, powerful striking, and elite grappling skills, having secured 12 finishes in his professional career. As of mid-2026, Aliskerov is ranked number 15 in the UFC middleweight division. He is recognized as a formidable opponent with the potential to reach the top ten, often seen by fans and analysts as a dangerous gatekeeper in the division.[แก้ไข]

Ikram Sabirovich Aliskerov was born on December 7, 1992, in the mountain village of Kasumkent, Dagestan, Russia. As an ethnic Lezgin, he grew up in a region with a strong tradition of combat sports. His journey into athletics began early; in the fifth grade, Aliskerov started formal sports training, enrolling in sambo and judo classes in his native Dagestan. He quickly demonstrated aptitude, training under dedicated coaches who had ties to Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's esteemed gym, a foundational institution renowned for producing elite athletes, including Khabib Nurmagomedov.

By the age of 19, Aliskerov's potential was recognized by coach Esadull Emiragaev, who invited him to join the Champion club. This marked a pivotal moment as he began to incorporate mixed martial arts training into his regimen, alongside his ongoing sambo career. He made his professional MMA debut in 2012, but for several years, his primary focus remained on combat sambo, a discipline in which he excelled. During this period, while securing victories in his first three professional MMA fights, Aliskerov simultaneously built an extraordinary combat sambo résumé, becoming a four-time world champion and accumulating multiple European titles. His dedication to sambo established a formidable grappling foundation that would later define his fighting style.

Aliskerov did not fully transition his career to mixed martial arts until 2017, when he signed with Brave Combat Federation . This move signaled his commitment to the cage, bringing an end to his dual-sport focus and marking the beginning of his dedicated professional MMA career.[แก้ไข]

Aliskerov made his Brave CF debut on April 29, 2017, submitting Rufat Asadov via guillotine choke in the first round. He went on a six-fight winning streak in the promotion, knocking out Jeremy Smith and Joey Michael Berkenbosch and defeating Chad Hanekom by decision. His only loss in Brave CF came on December 28, 2019, when he was knocked out in the first round by an undefeated Khamzat Chimaev—a defeat that later became notable as Chimaev rose to stardom.

On September 13, 2022, Aliskerov earned a UFC contract by submitting Mario Sousa via kimura at 2:09 of the first round on Dana White's Contender Series. He made his UFC debut at UFC 288 on May 6, 2023, knocking out Phil Hawes in the first round. At UFC 294 on October 21, 2023, he TKO'd Warlley Alves in the first round and earned a Performance of the Night bonus.

On June 22, 2024, Aliskerov stepped in on one week's notice to replace Chimaev and headline UFC's first Fight Night in Saudi Arabia against former champion Robert Whittaker. He lost by knockout at 1:49 of the first round. He rebounded with two wins in 2025: a first-round knockout of Andre Muniz on April 26 and a unanimous decision over JunYong Park on October 25. As of June 2026, he is scheduled to fight Brunno Ferreira on June 27 at UFC Fight Night 280 in Baku. [แก้ไข]

Aliskerov is known for his southpaw stance, heavy hands, and elite sambo-based grappling. The UFC has positioned him as a rising middleweight contender with the potential for a rapid leap into the division's elite, similar to Alex Pereira's rise. Media coverage emphasizes his combat sambo credentials and his willingness to take short-notice fights against top competition.

He maintains a reserved and professional demeanor in interviews, letting his fighting style speak for itself. He does not have an official fandom name, and his social media presence is relatively low-key compared to many UFC fighters. [แก้ไข]

Ikram Aliskerov's public profile is built entirely on athletic merit. He is a Russian mixed martial artist and former combat sambo champion, currently competing in the UFC middleweight division. His fanbase, while growing, has no formal name or organized structure; it consists of MMA enthusiasts who follow his career through standard sports media coverage. There are no documented fan campaigns, rituals, or inside jokes. The most notable recent event in his career is his decision win over Brunno Ferreira at UFC Fight Night in Baku, a fight that generated significant pre-fight hype due to Ferreira's dismissive comments.

Despite his growing recognition, iFANN's Global Fame Engine has evaluated Aliskerov and determined that he does not currently hold a placement in the published rankings, whether in the Global Top 1,000 or any Top-100 scope list. This means that, as of August 2026, he is not ranked among the most famous individuals worldwide, nor in any specific category. His fame remains niche, centered within the MMA community, and has not yet translated into broader cultural recognition.[แก้ไข]

Aliskerov's only two professional losses have come against Khamzat Chimaev and Robert Whittaker, both former or current UFC champions or top contenders. He has a perfect 100% takedown defense in the UFC, stuffing every attempt against him. His striking defense stands at 41%, and he lands 6.86 significant strikes per minute while absorbing 5.47. Four of his five UFC fights have ended in the first round. He holds the rank of International Master of Sport in Combat Sambo, the highest rank in the sport.

A story that fans still retell is his decisive victory over Brunno Ferreira at UFC Fight Night in Baku, a fight Ferreira had predicted he would win with a single punch. That win has become a defining moment in his recent career, showcasing his ability to rise to the occasion against a vocal opponent.[แก้ไข]

Aliskerov was born in the village of Kasumkent in the Suleyman-Stalsky District of Dagestan. He is an ethnic Lezgin. He has not publicly shared details about his parents or siblings. He fights out of Makhachkala, Dagestan, and represents the KHK MMA Team. No information about a spouse, children, or pets is available. [แก้ไข]

Aliskerov trains with KHK MMA Team and was shaped in the gym associated with Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. He has notable rivalries with Khamzat Chimaev, who handed him his first loss, and Robert Whittaker, who defeated him in the main event of UFC's first Saudi Arabia card. Other opponents include Phil Hawes, Warlley Alves, Andre Muniz, and JunYong Park. His upcoming opponent is Brunno Ferreira. [แก้ไข]

ไม่มีรายงานความสัมพันธ์โรแมนติกสาธารณะสำหรับ Ikram Aliskerov ยังไม่มีบันทึกการแต่งงาน การหมั้น การหย่าร้าง บุตร หรือคู่รักโรแมนติกสาธารณะในแหล่งข้อมูลที่น่าเชื่อถือใดๆ Aliskerov รักษาชีวิตส่วนตัวเป็นส่วนตัว ณ ปี 2026 สถานะความสัมพันธ์ของเขาไม่เป็นที่ทราบแน่ชัด [แก้ไข]

Ikram Aliskerov's net worth has not been publicly reported by any credible financial outlet. His income primarily comes from UFC fight purses, which vary based on contract tier and performance. He earned a Performance of the Night bonus of $50,000 as of 2026at UFC 294. Prior to the UFC, he fought in Brave CF and regional promotions, where pay was significantly lower. He likely has modest sponsorship deals. As a mid-tier UFC fighter not yet in the title picture, his net worth is estimated to be in the low six figures, though no official figure exists. [แก้ไข]

Aliskerov ได้รับโบนัส Performance of the Night ในศึก UFC 294 จากการเอาชนะ Warlley Alves ในยกแรก เขาเป็นแชมป์โลก 4 สมัยในกีฬาคอมแบตแซมโบ้ภายใต้ FIAS และ WCSF และเป็นแชมป์ยุโรป 2 สมัยภายใต้ ESF และ ECSF เขายังชนะเลิศ Sambo World Cup อีกด้วย [แก้ไข]