Career Timeline of Ikram Aliskerov: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Ikram Aliskerov, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Ikram Sabirovich Aliskerov is a Russian professional mixed martial artist. He formerly competed in combat sambo. Currently, Aliskerov competes in the middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

September 2012: Combat Sambo World Championships Gold

In September 2012, Ikram Aliskerov won gold at the Combat Sambo World Championships in the 82 kg category under the European Combat Sambo Federation banner, defeating Yaroslav Amosov who came in third.

December 2012: World Combat Sambo Championship Win

In December 2012, Ikram Aliskerov won the World Combat Sambo Championship in the 82 kg category under the World Combat Sambo Federation banner, marking his second victory over Yaroslav Amosov in a combat sambo tournament.

2012: MMA Matches

In 2012, Ikram Aliskerov competed in MMA and won all of his matches.

2014: World Cup Champion

In 2014, Ikram Aliskerov became a World Cup champion in combat sambo under the FIAS banner.

2015: World Cup Champion

In 2015, Ikram Aliskerov became a World Cup champion in combat sambo under the FIAS banner.

2015: MMA Matches

In 2015, Ikram Aliskerov competed in MMA and won all of his matches.

2016: Combat Sambo World Champion

In 2016, Ikram Aliskerov became a world champion in combat sambo under the FIAS banner.

April 29, 2017: BCF 6 Debut and Win

On April 29, 2017, Ikram Aliskerov was initially scheduled to debut against Will Fleury at BCF 6, but Fleury withdrew and was replaced by Rufat Asadov. Aliskerov won the bout via submission in the first round.

November 17, 2017: BCF 9 Victory Against Jeremy Smith

On November 17, 2017, Ikram Aliskerov faced Jeremy Smith at BCF 9, winning the fight via knockout in the first round.

2017: European Champion

In 2017, Ikram Aliskerov became a European Champion in combat sambo under the European Sambo Federation banner.

March 2, 2018: BCF 10 Victory Against Chad Hanekom

On March 2, 2018, Ikram Aliskerov faced Chad Hanekom at BCF 10, winning the bout by split decision.

August 18, 2018: BCF 14 Victory Against Joey Michael Berkenbosch

On August 18, 2018, Ikram Aliskerov was initially scheduled to meet Diego Gonzalez at BCF 14, but Gonzalez pulled out and was replaced by Joey Michael Berkenbosch. Aliskerov won the bout via technical knockout in the first round.

December 28, 2018: BCF 21 Victory Against Geraldo Coelho de Lima Neto

On December 28, 2018, Ikram Aliskerov faced Geraldo Coelho de Lima Neto at BCF 21, winning the fight via technical knockout in the third round.

April 19, 2019: BCF 23 Loss Against Khamzat Chimaev

On April 19, 2019, Ikram Aliskerov faced Khamzat Chimaev at BCF 23. He lost the fight via knockout in the first round, marking his first defeat.

October 4, 2019: BCF 27 Bout Cancellation

On October 4, 2019, Ikram Aliskerov was slated to face Mohammad Fakhreddine at BCF 27. However, the bout was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

December 27, 2019: BCF 33 Victory Against Diego Gonzalez

On December 27, 2019, Ikram Aliskerov faced Diego Gonzalez at BCF 33, winning the bout via technical knockout in round three.

September 17, 2020: Brave CF 41 Win

On September 17, 2020, Ikram Aliskerov faced Denis Tiuliulin at Brave CF 41, winning the fight via submission in the third round.

March 25, 2021: Brave CF 49 Win

On March 25, 2021, Ikram Aliskerov faced Miro Jurković at Brave CF 49, winning the bout via second round kimura.

March 11, 2022: Eagle FC 46 Win Despite Weight Miss

On March 11, 2022, Ikram Aliskerov faced Nah-Shon Burrell at Eagle FC 46. Aliskerov missed weight, weighing in at 186.2 pounds. The bout proceeded at catchweight, and Aliskerov was fined a percentage of his purse. He won the bout via unanimous decision.

September 13, 2022: Dana White's Contender Series 54 Win and UFC Contract

On September 13, 2022, Ikram Aliskerov faced Mário Sousa at Dana White's Contender Series 54. He won the fight via kimura submission in round one, earning a UFC contract.

May 6, 2023: UFC 288 Victory

On May 6, 2023, Ikram Aliskerov faced Phil Hawes at UFC 288, winning the fight via knockout in the first round.

July 29, 2023: Scheduled fight at UFC 291

On July 29, 2023, Ikram Aliskerov was originally scheduled to face Paulo Costa at UFC 291; however, the fight was scrapped.

October 21, 2023: UFC 294 Victory Over Warlley Alves and Performance of the Night Award

On October 21, 2023, Ikram Aliskerov faced Nassourdine Imavov at UFC 294 after the fight with Paulo Costa was scrapped. Imavov withdrew and was replaced by Warlley Alves. Aliskerov won the fight by technical knockout in the first round, earning the Performance of the Night award.

February 17, 2024: Withdrawal from UFC 298

On February 17, 2024, Ikram Aliskerov was scheduled to face Anthony Hernandez at UFC 298. However, Aliskerov withdrew due to compilations related to illness and was replaced by Roman Kopylov.

June 15, 2024: Scheduled fight against Andre Muniz

On June 15, 2024, Ikram Aliskerov was scheduled to face André Muniz at UFC on ESPN 58. However, Muniz withdrew from the bout after he suffered a foot fracture, and was replaced by promotional newcomer Antonio Trócoli.

June 22, 2024: UFC on ABC 6 loss

On June 22, 2024, Ikram Aliskerov was pulled from the bout against Antonio Trócoli to instead face former UFC Middleweight champion Robert Whittaker in the main event at UFC on ABC 6, as a replacement for an ill Khamzat Chimaev. He lost the fight by knockout in the first round.

February 1, 2025: Cancellation of UFC Fight Night 250 Bout

On February 1, 2025, Ikram Aliskerov was re-booked to face André Muniz at UFC Fight Night 250. However, the bout was cancelled once again due to Muniz's and his team's visa issues.

April 26, 2025: UFC on ESPN 66 Victory

On April 26, 2025, Ikram Aliskerov faced André Muniz at UFC on ESPN 66. Aliskerov won the fight by technical knockout at the end of the first round.

July 19, 2025: Withdrawal from UFC 318

On July 19, 2025, Ikram Aliskerov was scheduled to face Brunno Ferreira at UFC 318. However, Aliskerov had to withdraw from the bout due to a broken toe and was replaced by promotional newcomer Jackson McVey.