Timur Khizriev's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Timur Khizriev

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Timur Khizriev. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Timur Shamilovich Khizriev is a Russian professional mixed martial artist and Sanda artist. He competes in the Featherweight division of the Professional Fighters League (PFL), having previously fought in Bellator MMA, Fight Nights Global, Eagle Fighting Championship, and Absolute Championship Berkut (ACB). Notably, he won the ACB's Featherweight Grand Prix in 2019, defeating Bibert Tumenov for the title.

August 30, 2014: Pro MMA Debut and Victory

On August 30, 2014, at the age of 18, Timur Khizriev began his professional MMA career, defeating Roman Kishev at the Severo-Kavkazsky Federal Okrug - SKFO-Championships.

March 22, 2019: ACB Featherweight Grand Prix Victory

On March 22, 2019, Timur Khizriev won the Absolute Championship Berkut's (ACB) Featherweight Grand Prix by defeating Bibert Tumenov.

2019: Fought under ACB banner and won Grand Prix title

In 2019, Khizriev fought four times under the ACB banner, winning the Grand Prix title after defeating Bibert Tumenov in the final.

November 18, 2022: Bellator MMA Debut and Victory

On November 18, 2022, Timur Khizriev made his Bellator MMA debut at Bellator 288, replacing Akhmed Magomedov and defeating Daniel Weichel via unanimous decision.

June 16, 2023: Victory over Richie Smullen at Bellator 297

On June 16, 2023, Timur Khizriev defeated Richie Smullen via unanimous decision at Bellator 297: Nemkov vs. Romero.

November 17, 2023: Victory over Justin Gonzales at Bellator 301

On November 17, 2023, Timur Khizriev defeated Justin Gonzales via unanimous decision at Bellator 301: Amosov vs. Jackson in Chicago.

April 19, 2024: PFL Debut and Victory

On April 19, 2024, Timur Khizriev debuted in the PFL, defeating Brett Johns via unanimous decision at PFL 3: Koreshkov vs. Umalatov in Chicago.

June 2024: Defeated Enrique Barzola at PFL 6

In June 2024, Timur Khizriev defeated Enrique Barzola via unanimous decision at PFL 6: Loughnane vs. Gonzales in Sioux Falls.

August 23, 2024: Victory over Gabriel Braga at The Anthem

On August 23, 2024, Timur Khizriev defeated Gabriel Braga via split decision at The Anthem stadium in Washington D.C.

November 29, 2024: PFL Tournament Victory

On November 29, 2024, Timur Khizriev won the PFL tournament and a $1 million prize by defeating Brendan Loughnane by unanimous decision at PFL 10.

April 1, 2025: Ranked #10 in World Featherweight Rankings

On April 1, 2025, Timur Khizriev was ranked #10 in the World Featherweight rankings according to the Fight Matrix website.