History of Nassourdine Imavov in Timeline

Nassourdine Abdoulazimovitch Imavov is a French professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is currently ranked #7 in the UFC middleweight rankings as of June 4, 2024.

March 1, 1995: Birth of Nassourdine Imavov

Nassourdine Imavov was born on March 1, 1995.

2016: Nassourdine Imavov begins professional MMA career

Nassourdine Imavov embarked on his professional MMA career in 2016.

December 14, 2019: Nassourdine Imavov defeats Jonathan Meunier at ARES FC 1

On December 14, 2019, Nassourdine Imavov secured a first-round victory against former UFC welterweight Jonathan Meunier at ARES FC 1.

October 4, 2020: Nassourdine Imavov's UFC Debut

Nassourdine Imavov made his UFC debut against Jordan Williams on October 4, 2020, at UFC on ESPN: Holm vs. Aldana, winning by unanimous decision.

February 20, 2021: Nassourdine Imavov vs. Phil Hawes

Nassourdine Imavov faced Phil Hawes on February 20, 2021, at UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Lewis, losing by majority decision despite a late surge.

July 24, 2021: Nassourdine Imavov vs. Ian Heinisch

Nassourdine Imavov triumphed over Ian Heinisch via technical knockout in the second round at UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Dillashaw on July 24, 2021.

November 6, 2021: Nassourdine Imavov vs. Edmen Shahbazyan

On November 6, 2021, at UFC 268, Nassourdine Imavov emerged victorious against Edmen Shahbazyan with a TKO due to elbows from the crucifix position in round two.

April 9, 2022: Nassourdine Imavov withdraws from UFC 273

Nassourdine Imavov was scheduled to fight Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 273 on April 9, 2022, but withdrew due to visa issues, leading to the bout's cancellation.

September 3, 2022: Nassourdine Imavov vs. Joaquin Buckley

Nassourdine Imavov won against Joaquin Buckley by unanimous decision on September 3, 2022, at UFC Fight Night 209.

January 14, 2023: Nassourdine Imavov vs. Sean Strickland

Nassourdine Imavov faced Sean Strickland at light heavyweight on January 14, 2023, at UFC Fight Night 217, replacing an injured Kelvin Gastelum, but lost by unanimous decision.

June 10, 2023: Nassourdine Imavov vs. Chris Curtis ends in No Contest

The bout between Nassourdine Imavov and Chris Curtis at UFC 289 on June 10, 2023, was declared a no contest in round two following an accidental clash of heads that left Curtis unable to continue due to a severe cut.

October 21, 2023: Nassourdine Imavov withdraws from UFC 294

Nassourdine Imavov was scheduled to compete against Ikram Aliskerov at UFC 294 on October 21, 2023, but pulled out due to visa complications and was replaced by Warlley Alves.