UFC

Azat “Qazaq”Maksum

UFC15-3-0

Division
Bantamweight
Stance
Southpaw
Height
5' 7"
Weight
125 lbs.
Reach
70"
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Recent fight form

Latest 3 verified results in our archive · 2023-07-15 to 2025-10-25

Wins

1 / 3

Losses

2 / 3

Historical results, not a prediction. See opponents and methods in fight history below.

Fight history

  • Mitch Raposo

    Oct 25, 2025

    Loss

    Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00

  • Charles Johnson

    Feb 3, 2024

    Loss

    Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00

  • Tyson Nam

    Jul 15, 2023

    Win

    Decision - Split · Round 3 · 5:00

Azat Maksum Bio

Azat Maksum is a Kazakhstan-born mixed martial artist who competes at flyweight and uses the nickname “Qazaq.” He began wrestling as a child after being introduced to freestyle wrestling by his uncle, then started MMA training during his first year at university. Maksum won the OCTAGON League flyweight title in 2018 and later joined the UFC, making his Octagon debut on July 15, 2023, against Tyson Nam.

Maksum’s UFC run included victories over Tyson Nam and defeats against Charles Johnson, Tagir Ulanbekov and Mitch Raposo. After his UFC departure, he signed with NAIZA in August 2026 and returned to competition at NAIZA 85 on September 19, 2026, defeating Ali Yousefi by second-round TKO. As of September 23, 2026, available reporting identifies NAIZA as his current promotion. His listed style is striking, and his background also includes wrestling and jiu-jitsu training. Maksum has a bachelor’s degree in forestry from an agricultural university.

Record
15-3-0
Division
Bantamweight
Stance
Southpaw
Height
5' 7"
Weight
125 lbs.
Reach
70"

Azat Maksum Questions & Answers

What division does Azat Maksum compete in?

Azat Maksum competes in the flyweight division.

Where does Azat Maksum train?

The UFC lists Triumph Fights as Azat Maksum’s training gym.

When did Azat Maksum make his UFC debut?

Azat Maksum made his UFC debut on July 15, 2023, against Tyson Nam.

What title did Azat Maksum win before joining the UFC?

He held the OCTAGON League flyweight championship, which the UFC lists as a 2018 accomplishment.

What are Azat Maksum’s listed height and birth date?

His height is listed as 5 feet 7 inches, and his birth date is listed as February 2, 1995.

Did Azat Maksum attend college?

Yes. The UFC says he earned a bachelor’s degree in forestry from an agricultural university.

How would you describe Azat Maksum’s fighting style?

The UFC lists him as a striker. His background also includes freestyle wrestling, jiu-jitsu and MMA training, giving him a striking-centered style supported by grappling experience.