Fares Ziam
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UFC Paris Weigh-In Results: All Fighters Make Weight Ahead of Saturday Card
All fighters on the UFC Paris card have successfully weighed in ahead of Saturday's event. The main event features Dan Hooker vs. Saladin Parnasse at lightweight, both scaling 70.3 kg. Michael Page vs. Nursulton Ruziboev headlines the main card at middleweight, while Daniil Donchenko takes on Punahele Soriano at welterweight. The card begins at 19:00 Moscow time.
Youssef Zalal parts ways with Factory X, eyes Trevor Wittman camp
Youssef Zalal has confirmed his departure from Factory X after spending his entire professional career with the gym under coach Marc Montoya. The UFC featherweight, whose eight-fight winning streak was ended by Aljamain Sterling at UFC Fight Night 274 in April, says Montoya may still appear at ringside but will no longer be in his corner. Zalal has been training with coach Trevor Wittman and UFC lightweight Fares Ziam as he evaluates his next move.
Fares Ziam vs. Axel Sola Set for UFC Paris on Sept. 5
Fares Ziam and Axel Sola are booked to face each other at UFC Paris on September 5. The all-French matchup will air live on Paramount+ starting at 3 p.m. ET.
Frequently asked questions
What is Fares Ziam's professional MMA record?
Fares Ziam has a professional MMA record of 18-6-0 (wins-losses-draws).
Who does Fares Ziam fight next?
Fares Ziam does not have a fight currently scheduled.
How old is Fares Ziam?
Fares Ziam is 29 years old, born March 21, 1997.
How tall is Fares Ziam?
Fares Ziam stands 185 cm (6'1") tall, with a 191 cm (75") reach.
Where is Fares Ziam from?
Fares Ziam is from France.
What is Fares Ziam's nickname?
Fares Ziam is known as "Smile Killer".
When was Fares Ziam's last fight?
Fares Ziam last fought on September 5, 2026 at UFC Fight Night: Hooker vs. Parnasse, losing to Axel Sola by KO/TKO in round 1.
What were the scorecards for Fares Ziam vs Tom Nolan?
Fares Ziam lost to Tom Nolan by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Muhammad vs. Bonfim on June 6, 2026. All three judges (Mike Bell, Derek Cleary, Clemens Werner) scored the fight 29-28 in Tom Nolan's favor.
What were the scorecards for Fares Ziam vs Mike Davis?
Fares Ziam defeated Mike Davis by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov on February 1, 2025. All three judges (Sal D'amato, David Lethaby, Clemens Werner) scored the fight 30-27 in Fares Ziam's favor.
Fares Ziam is a 29-year-old fighter with a 18-6-0 record. Last fought September 2026.