Razhab Shaydullaev has two fights remaining on his RIZIN contract before a planned move to the UFC. The undefeated featherweight holds an 18-0 record and is considered among the best in his weight class globally.
Razhab Shaydullaev is two fights away from a planned move to the UFC, with the undefeated featherweight set to fulfill the remainder of his RIZIN contract before making the transition to the world's top MMA promotion.
Shaydullaev carries a perfect 18-0 professional record and has established himself as one of the most highly regarded featherweights outside the UFC. His unblemished mark and reputation as a global elite at 145 pounds have made his eventual UFC arrival one of the more anticipated signings in the sport's pipeline.
Why it matters
- An 18-0 fighter entering the UFC featherweight division at full momentum could make an immediate impact on the rankings.
- The featherweight division remains fiercely competitive, and a proven undefeated prospect adds fresh pressure on established contenders.
- RIZIN continues to serve as a legitimate proving ground for fighters who later transition to UFC, and Shaydullaev's path fits that pattern.
With two bouts still owed to RIZIN, the timeline for Shaydullaev's UFC debut will depend on how quickly those fights are scheduled and completed. For now, his perfect record remains intact and his trajectory points firmly toward the biggest stage in mixed martial arts.
