Undefeated featherweight contender Radjabali Shaidullaev has only two bouts remaining on his RIZIN contract. The 18-0 fighter is expected to join the UFC following the completion of his current deal.
Undefeated featherweight prospect Radjabali Shaidullaev is two fights away from a potential move to the UFC, with the 18-0 contender nearing the end of his current RIZIN contract.
Shaidullaev has built a perfect professional record across his time in RIZIN, establishing himself as one of the more closely watched featherweights outside the UFC. With two bouts remaining on his existing deal, the expectation is that he will make the jump to the world's premier MMA organization once those obligations are fulfilled.
Why it matters
- An 18-0 record entering the UFC would mark Shaidullaev as one of the more experienced undefeated prospects to join the roster in recent memory.
- The featherweight division at 145 pounds remains one of the UFC's most competitive, giving a proven contender meaningful opportunities from the outset.
- RIZIN has historically served as a proving ground for fighters who later find success in the UFC, and Shaidullaev's trajectory fits that pattern.
The timeline hinges entirely on how quickly RIZIN books his two remaining fights, meaning the actual transition could still be some time away depending on scheduling. For now, Shaidullaev remains under contract and focused on his current commitments before any UFC chapter can begin.
