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Tofiq Musayev

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Tofiq Musayev Bio

Tofiq Musayev is an Azerbaijani mixed martial artist competing in UFC’s lightweight division. Born December 15, 1989, he represents Azerbaijan and is listed by the UFC at 5 feet 9 inches tall. As of September 29, 2026, the UFC athlete profile lists him as active and training with Mammadaliyev Team.

Musayev turned professional in 2013 and built much of his pre-UFC reputation in RIZIN and Bellator. A defining achievement came in 2019, when he defeated Patricky Pitbull to win the RIZIN Lightweight Grand Prix. He made his UFC debut in Baku on June 21, 2025, then returned to the Octagon in 2026 with victories over Ignacio Bahamondes and Ludovít Klein.

The UFC identifies Musayev’s fighting style as kickboxing. His career has been associated with assertive striking and a willingness to pursue finishes, while his UFC profile also notes a blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He holds a bachelor’s degree from a sports academy, according to the promotion’s fighter questionnaire.

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Tofiq Musayev Questions & Answers

What UFC division does Tofiq Musayev compete in?

Tofiq Musayev competes in the UFC lightweight division.

How tall is Tofiq Musayev?

The UFC lists Musayev at 5 feet 9 inches tall.

When and where was Tofiq Musayev born?

He was born on December 15, 1989, in Azerbaijan.

When did Musayev make his UFC debut?

Musayev made his UFC debut on June 21, 2025, at UFC Baku, where he faced Myktybek Orolbai.

What is Musayev’s most notable pre-UFC title?

He won the 2019 RIZIN Lightweight Grand Prix, securing the tournament with a victory over Patricky Pitbull.

What gym does Musayev train with?

The UFC lists Musayev as training at Mammadaliyev Team.

What is Tofiq Musayev’s fighting style?

The UFC lists him as a kickboxer. His profile also notes a Brazilian jiu-jitsu blue belt, giving him a grappling credential alongside his striking base.

Did Musayev attend college?

Yes. The UFC fighter questionnaire says he earned a bachelor’s degree from a sports academy and later studied at the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan.