UFC

Roman Kopylov

UFC16-5-0

Division
Middleweight
Stance
Southpaw
Height
6' 0"
Weight
185 lbs.
Reach
75"
Nationality
Kemerovo Oblast, Russia
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Fighter metrics

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 · 2025-01-12 to 2026-10-03

Wins

3 / 5

Losses

2 / 5

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

Fight history

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
16-5-0
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
Country
Russia

Roman Kopylov Questions & Answers

What UFC division does Roman Kopylov compete in?

Roman Kopylov competes in the UFC middleweight division. The UFC profile lists him as an active fighter.

How tall is Roman Kopylov?

The UFC lists Roman Kopylov at 6 feet tall, with a 75-inch reach.

When did Kopylov make his UFC debut?

Kopylov made his UFC debut on November 9, 2019, against Karl Roberson.

Has Roman Kopylov held a championship?

Yes. Before joining the UFC, he was the Fight Nights Global middleweight champion.

What is Kopylov's fighting style?

Kopylov fights from a southpaw stance and has identified boxing combinations as his preferred striking technique. He lists 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.