UFC

Nursulton “Black”Ruziboev

UFC37-10-2

Division
Middleweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
6' 5"
Weight
170 lbs.
Reach
76"
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Fighter metrics

Striking accuracy

67%

6 landed · 9 attempted

Takedown accuracy

100%

1 landed · 1 attempted

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2024-05-11 to 2026-09-05

Wins

3 / 5

Losses

2 / 5

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

Fight history

Nursulton Ruziboev Bio

Nursulton Ruziboev is an Uzbek professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC middleweight division. The UFC lists him as active, with his most recent bout taking place on September 5, 2026, against Michael Page. Ruziboev began his UFC career on July 1, 2023, stopping Brunno Ferreira in the first round of his Octagon debut.

Born November 19, 1993, in the Andijan region of Uzbekistan, Ruziboev stands 6 feet 5 inches tall and has a listed 76-inch reach. He initially competed across multiple weight classes, including welterweight, but UFC coverage identifies middleweight as the division in which he is most comfortable. After a welterweight appearance against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, he returned to middleweight and defeated Eric McConico and Dustin Stoltzfus in 2025.

Ruziboev trains at American Top Team and is listed by the UFC as a kickboxer. His career has been defined by an aggressive finishing style that combines long-range striking with submission grappling. Before joining the UFC, he held titles in organizations including Open Fighting Championship, while the UFC athlete profile identifies him as a Brazilian jiu-jitsu purple belt. He also holds a master’s degree in economics from the National University of Uzbekistan.

Record
37-10-2
Division
Middleweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
6' 5"
Weight
170 lbs.
Reach
76"
Leg reach
44.00
Birth date
Nov 19, 1993 (age 32)
Age
32
Country
Uzbekistan

Nursulton Ruziboev Questions & Answers

Who is Nursulton Ruziboev in the UFC?

Nursulton Ruziboev is an Uzbek professional mixed martial artist who is listed as an active UFC middleweight.

What division does Nursulton Ruziboev compete in?

Nursulton Ruziboev competes in the UFC middleweight division.

What is Nursulton Ruziboev’s height and birth date?

Nursulton Ruziboev is listed at 6 feet 5 inches tall, and his birth date is November 19, 1993.

When did Nursulton Ruziboev make his UFC debut?

Nursulton Ruziboev made his UFC debut on July 1, 2023, defeating Brunno Ferreira by first-round knockout.

Where does Nursulton Ruziboev train?

The UFC lists Nursulton Ruziboev as training at American Top Team. UFC coverage also notes that he previously trained at Marquez MMA in Philadelphia.

What is Nursulton Ruziboev’s fighting style?

Nursulton Ruziboev is listed as a kickboxer, but his style also emphasizes submission grappling. His height and reach support long-range striking, while his Brazilian jiu-jitsu background contributes to his finishing threat on the ground.

Did Nursulton Ruziboev win titles before joining the UFC?

Yes. Before joining the UFC, Nursulton Ruziboev held titles in organizations including Open Fighting Championship and other regional promotions.

Did Nursulton Ruziboev attend college?

Yes. Nursulton Ruziboev has a master’s degree in economics from the National University of Uzbekistan.