Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Zabit Magomedsharipov

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 1, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Zabit Magomedsharipov made an impact.

Zabit Magomedsharipov is a Russian former professional mixed martial artist who competed in the Featherweight division. He gained prominence in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and previously held the ACB Featherweight Championship in Absolute Championship Berkut (ACB). Known for his dynamic and unorthodox striking, grappling skills, and impressive performances, Zabit was considered a rising star in the UFC before his unexpected retirement from the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2012: Professional MMA Debut

In 2012, Zabit Magomedsharipov made his professional MMA debut, marking the beginning of his career as a mixed martial artist.

May 2017: Signed with UFC

In May 2017, Zabit Magomedsharipov signed a four-fight deal with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

September 2, 2017: Victory over Mike Santiago

On September 2, 2017, Zabit Magomedsharipov defeated Mike Santiago at UFC Fight Night: Struve vs. Volkov via submission with a rear-naked choke in the second round, earning a Performance of the Night bonus.

November 25, 2017: Victory over Sheymon Moraes

On November 25, 2017, Zabit Magomedsharipov defeated Sheymon Moraes at UFC Fight Night: Bisping vs. Gastelum via submission in the third round, earning a Performance of the Night bonus.

April 7, 2018: Victory over Kyle Bochniak and Contract Renewal

On April 7, 2018, Zabit Magomedsharipov defeated Kyle Bochniak at UFC 223 by unanimous decision, earning a Fight of the Night bonus. Shortly after, he signed a new multi-fight contract with the UFC.

September 8, 2018: Victory over Brandon Davis

On September 8, 2018, Zabit Magomedsharipov defeated Brandon Davis at UFC 228 via submission in the second round with a modified kneebar.

March 2, 2019: Victory over Jeremy Stephens

On March 2, 2019, Zabit Magomedsharipov defeated Jeremy Stephens at UFC 235 by unanimous decision.

October 18, 2019: Victory over Calvin Kattar

On October 18, 2019, Zabit Magomedsharipov was expected to face Calvin Kattar at UFC on ESPN 6. He then faced Calvin Kattar the following month at UFC on ESPN+ 21 and won the fight via unanimous decision, earning a Fight of the Night award.

December 2019: Brother's MMA Debut

In December 2019, Zabit Magomedsharipov's younger brother, Khasan Magomedsharipov, followed in his footsteps by making his professional MMA debut.

August 29, 2020: Fight Cancellation

On August 29, 2020, Zabit Magomedsharipov was scheduled to face Yair Rodríguez at UFC Fight Night 175, but Rodríguez pulled out due to an ankle injury.