Roman Kopylov: UFC Record, Fight History & Bio

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Fighter metrics

Wins by KO: 7
Wins by submission: 0
Wins by decision: 1
Significant strikes / fight: 55.50

Striking accuracy

42%

79 landed · 188 attempted

Takedown accuracy

33%

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2024-06-01 to 2026-05-09

Wins

3 / 5

Losses

2 / 5

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

Fight history

Marco Tulio
May 9, 2026
Win
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Gregory Rodrigues
Nov 15, 2025
Loss
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Paulo Costa
Jul 19, 2025
Loss
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Chris Curtis
Jan 11, 2025
Win
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 4:59
Cesar Almeida
Jun 1, 2024
Win
Decision - Split · Round 3 · 5:00
Anthony Hernandez
Feb 17, 2024
Loss
Submission · Round 2 · 3:23
Josh Fremd
Sep 16, 2023
Win
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 4:44
Claudio Ribeiro
Jul 29, 2023
Win
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 0:33
Punahele Soriano
Jan 14, 2023
Win
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 3:19
Alessio Di Chirico
Sep 3, 2022
Win
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 1:09
Albert Duraev
Oct 30, 2021
Loss
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Karl Roberson
UFC Moscow: Zabit vs. Kattar · Nov 9, 2019

Defeated
Submission · Round 3

Roman Kopylov Bio

Roman Kopylov is a Russian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC middleweight division. As of September 12, 2026, the UFC lists him as an active athlete. He was born in Kemerovo Oblast, Russia, and turned professional in mixed martial arts in 2016. Kopylov entered the UFC after becoming Fight Nights Global middleweight champion, bringing a background in hand-to-hand combat that includes multiple Russian, European and world titles noted by the promotion.

Kopylov made his Octagon debut on November 9, 2019, against Karl Roberson. After a difficult start in the promotion, he developed into a notable middleweight finisher, with UFC coverage highlighting a run of knockout victories from 2022 through 2023. A southpaw, he identifies boxing combinations as his preferred striking technique and the double-leg takedown as his favorite grappling technique. His UFC profile also lists degrees from Kemerovo State University and Novokuznetsk Institute.

Record: 15-5-0
Division: Middleweight
Stance: Southpaw
Height: 6' 0"
Weight: 185 lbs.
Reach: 75"
Leg reach: 41.00
Nationality: Kemerovo Oblast, Russia
Birth date: May 4, 1992 (age 34)
Age: 34
Birthplace: , ,
Country: Russia

Roman Kopylov Questions & Answers

What UFC division does Roman Kopylov compete in?

Roman Kopylov competes in the UFC middleweight division and is listed by the promotion as active as of September 12, 2026.

How tall is Roman Kopylov?

Kopylov is listed at 6 feet tall, with a 75-inch reach.

When was Roman Kopylov born?

Roman Kopylov was born on May 4, 1992.

When did Kopylov make his UFC debut?

He made his UFC debut on November 9, 2019, when he faced Karl Roberson.

Has Roman Kopylov held a championship?

Yes. Before his UFC career, Kopylov was the Fight Nights Global middleweight champion.

What is Kopylov's fighting style?

Kopylov fights from a southpaw stance. He has identified boxing combinations as his preferred striking technique and the double-leg takedown as his favorite grappling technique.

Did Kopylov attend college?

Yes. His UFC profile says he earned higher-education degrees in economics and physical education from Kemerovo State University and Novokuznetsk Institute.