Andrei Arlovski's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Andrei Arlovski.

Andrei Arlovski is a Belarusian-American mixed martial artist and actor, best known for his career in the UFC. A former UFC Heavyweight Champion, he holds the record for the most wins in UFC heavyweight history with 23 victories. Beyond the UFC, Arlovski has fought in various other organizations including Strikeforce, WSOF, Affliction, EliteXC, ONE FC, and M-1 Challenge, marking a long and diverse career in professional MMA.

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1994: Started Lifting Weights

In 1994, at the age of 14, Andrei Arlovski began lifting weights to build muscle and defend himself against bullies.

1999: Won Youth Sambo Championships

In 1999, Andrei Arlovski won the European Youth Sambo Championship and the World Youth Championship, marking a significant achievement in his martial arts career.

2000: M-1 Global Heavyweight Crown

In 2000, Andrei Arlovski returned to M-1 Global at the European Championships, securing the heavyweight crown with a submission victory and a KO victory.

2004: UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion

In 2004, Andrei Arlovski became the UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion by defeating Tim Sylvia with an Achilles lock at UFC 51.

June 2005: Defended Interim Title Against Eilers

On June 4, 2005, at UFC 53, Andrei Arlovski defended his interim title against Justin Eilers, winning by TKO in the first round.

August 2005: Recognized as Undisputed Heavyweight Champion

On August 12, 2005, the UFC officially recognized Andrei Arlovski as the undisputed heavyweight champion, after Frank Mir's incomplete recovery from a motorcycle accident.

October 2005: Defended Title Against Buentello

In October 2005, Andrei Arlovski defended his title at UFC 55 against Paul Buentello, winning by knockout in 15 seconds of the opening round.

December 2006: Defeated Márcio Cruz at UFC 66

On December 30, 2006, at UFC 66, Andrei Arlovski defeated Márcio Cruz by TKO.

July 2008: Signed with Affliction and Defeated Rothwell

On July 19, 2008, Andrei Arlovski signed with Affliction and defeated Ben Rothwell by KO at Affliction: Banned.

October 2008: Defeated Roy Nelson at EliteXC: Heat

On October 4, 2008, Andrei Arlovski defeated Roy Nelson by KO at EliteXC: Heat, co-promoted with EliteXC.

November 2012: Won at World Series of Fighting 1

On November 3, 2012, Andrei Arlovski headlined and won the debut event from the World Series of Fighting against Devin Cole via TKO at World Series of Fighting 1.

December 2012: Defeated Mike Hayes

On December 16, 2012, Andrei Arlovski fought Mike Hayes at Fight Nights: Battle of Moscow 9 in Moscow, Russia and won via unanimous decision.

September 2013: Defeated Mike Kyle at WSOF 5

On September 14, 2013, Andrei Arlovski replaced an injured Anthony Johnson and fought Mike Kyle at WSOF 5, winning via unanimous decision.

November 2013: Defeated Andreas Kraniotakes

On November 29, 2013, Andrei Arlovski fought Andreas Kraniotakes at Fight Nights - Battle in Minsk, winning the fight via TKO in the second round.

June 2014: Victorious Return to UFC

On June 14, 2014, Andrei Arlovski returned to the UFC and defeated Brendan Schaub via split decision at UFC 174.

September 2014: Knocked out Antonio Silva at UFC Fight Night 51

On September 13, 2014, Andrei Arlovski won against Antônio Silva at UFC Fight Night 51 via knockout in the first round, also earning his first Performance of the Night bonus award.

May 2015: Won Against Travis Browne at UFC 187

On May 23, 2015, Andrei Arlovski defeated Travis Browne via TKO in the first round at UFC 187, earning his first Fight of the Night bonus award.

September 2015: Won Against Frank Mir at UFC 191

On September 5, 2015, Andrei Arlovski won against Frank Mir at UFC 191 by unanimous decision.

September 2016: Loss to Josh Barnett at UFC Fight Night 93

On 3 September 2016, Andrei Arlovski faced Josh Barnett at UFC Fight Night 93. He lost the fight via rear naked choke submission in the third round, marking his first submission loss in his professional MMA career. Both fighters earned the Fight of the Night award for their performance.

November 2017: Victory Against Júnior Albini at UFC Fight Night

On 11 November 2017, Andrei Arlovski faced Júnior Albini at UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs. Pettis in Norfolk, Virginia. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

March 2018: Victory Against Stefan Struve at UFC 222

On 4 March 2018, Andrei Arlovski faced Stefan Struve at UFC 222. He won the fight by unanimous decision, landing a career-best 4 takedowns, which exceeded his previous career total of 3.

July 2019: Victory Against Ben Rothwell at UFC on ESPN 4

On 20 July 2019, Andrei Arlovski had a rematch with Ben Rothwell at UFC on ESPN 4. He won the fight via unanimous decision and set the all-time record for UFC heavyweight victories at 17.

May 13, 2020: Victory against Philipe Lins at UFC Fight Night

On May 13, 2020, Andrei Arlovski faced Philipe Lins at UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Teixeira. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

October 2020: Victory Against Tanner Boser at UFC on ESPN

In October 2020, Andrei Arlovski was originally scheduled to face Tanner Boser on 4 October at UFC on ESPN: Holm vs. Aldana. However, due to a sickness with Arlovski, the bout was delayed four weeks and took place later at UFC on ESPN: Santos vs. Teixeira where Arlovski won the fight via unanimous decision.

April 2021: Victory Against Chase Sherman at UFC on ESPN 22

On 17 April 2021, Andrei Arlovski faced Chase Sherman, replacing Parker Porter, at UFC on ESPN 22. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

October 2021: Victory Against Carlos Felipe at UFC Fight Night 195

On 16 October 2021, Andrei Arlovski faced Carlos Felipe at UFC Fight Night 195. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

February 2022: Victory Against Jared Vanderaa at UFC 271

On 12 February 2022, Andrei Arlovski faced Jared Vanderaa at UFC 271. He won the fight via split decision. Media outlets largely scored the fight in favor of Arlovski.

April 2022: Victory Against Jake Collier at UFC on ESPN 35

On 30 April 2022, Andrei Arlovski faced Jake Collier, replacing Justin Tafa, at UFC on ESPN 35. He won the fight via split decision, though media scores largely favored Collier.

March 22, 2025: Victory Against Terrance Hodges at DBX 1

On March 22, 2025, Andrei Arlovski faced Terrance Hodges at Dirty Boxing Championship's "DBX 1". He won the fight by technical knockout due to a referee stoppage in the second round, marking his first combat sports finish in ten years.