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Roman Kopylov

Roman Kopylov is a Russian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Middleweight division. As of April 2025, he is ranked #14 in the UFC middleweight rankings, highlighting his position among top competitors in the sport.

April 2016: MMA Debut at WCSA Tournament

In April 2016, Roman Kopylov made his MMA debut at the WCSA tournament in Ufa, Russia, where he fought against Filipe Aiyugono. Kopylov won his debut fight by unanimous decision after fighting all rounds.

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July 2023: Victory over Claudio Ribeiro at UFC 291

On July 29, 2023, at UFC 291, Roman Kopylov faced Claudio Ribeiro. Kopylov won the bout via a head kick knockout in the second round.

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September 2023: Victory over Josh Fremd at UFC Fight Night 227

In September 2023, at UFC Fight Night 227, Roman Kopylov faced Josh Fremd, replacing Anthony Hernandez. Kopylov won the fight via a body punch knockout in round two. He also earned a Performance of the Night award for this win.

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February 2024: Loss to Anthony Hernandez at UFC 298

On February 17, 2024, at UFC 298, Roman Kopylov faced Anthony Hernandez, replacing Ikram Aliskerov. Kopylov lost the fight by a rear-naked choke submission in the second round.

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June 2024: Victory over César Almeida at UFC 302

On June 1, 2024, at UFC 302, Roman Kopylov faced César Almeida. Kopylov won the fight by split decision.

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August 2024: Withdrawal from fight due to appendicitis surgery

In August 2024, Roman Kopylov was scheduled to face Brunno Ferreira at UFC on ESPN 62. However, Kopylov withdrew from the bout after having appendicitis surgery.

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January 2025: Victory over Chris Curtis at UFC Fight Night 249

On January 11, 2025, at UFC Fight Night 249, Roman Kopylov faced Chris Curtis. Kopylov won the fight by a head kick knockout with one second left in the third round. This fight earned him a Fight of the Night award.

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April 2025: Ranked #14 in UFC Middleweight Division

As of April 2025, Roman Kopylov is ranked #14 in the UFC middleweight rankings.

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July 2025: Bout moved to UFC 318

Roman Kopylov was scheduled to face Paulo Costa on June 28, 2025, at UFC 317. However, for unknown reasons, the bout was moved to UFC 318, which will take place on July 19, 2025.

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