Shamil Gaziev confirmed that before beginning his training camp, he weighed 140 kilograms. According to a photo posted on social media, his weight has now dropped to 119.85 kg as he prepares for UFC Perth. This represents a significant weight cut of over 20 kg during his training camp. The post indicates Gaziev is on track to make the heavyweight limit of 120 kg. Details about his specific training regimen or timeline for the weight cut are not provided.
Shamil Gaziev has shed more than 20 kilograms during his training camp ahead of UFC Perth, bringing his weight down to 119.85 kg after entering camp at 140 kg. A photo shared on social media confirmed the progress, placing the heavyweight contender within striking distance of the 120 kg divisional limit.
Gaziev, 36, competes out of Bahrain under the KHK MMA banner and holds a professional record of 14-3-0. Ranked 11th in the UFC heavyweight division, the six-foot-four, 193 cm fighter carries a 78-inch reach and brings a well-rounded offensive game to the cage. He lands 2.62 significant strikes per minute at a 47 percent accuracy rate, while also contributing on the ground with 0.93 takedowns per 15 minutes.
Why it matters
- Gaziev is cutting from a significant off-camp weight, making the final drop to the 120 kg limit a manageable margin
- At ranked 11th in the division, arriving at full strength could have direct implications for where he sits in the heavyweight pecking order after UFC Perth
- His combination of striking output and takedown activity makes weight and conditioning central to his overall performance ceiling
