Unbeaten Azerbaijani prospect Farman Hasanov made his UFC debut at UFC Baku, defeating Eric Nolan by unanimous decision with scores of 30-27 across all three judges to improve to 6-0. Nolan drops to 8-5 and has now lost two consecutive UFC bouts, having previously fallen to Baysangur Susurkaev.
Farman Hasanov announced himself on the biggest stage in MMA by earning a unanimous decision victory over Eric Nolan at UFC Baku, with all three judges scoring the bout 30-27 in his favor. The win moves the Azerbaijani prospect to a perfect 6-0 professional record.
Hasanov enters the UFC unbeaten, and a flawless debut on home soil in Baku marks him as a name to watch in his division. Fighting in front of a supportive crowd, he controlled enough of the contest to sweep all three rounds on every scorecard — a commanding statement for a fighter making his first octagon appearance.
For Nolan, the loss is a difficult one to absorb. The 28-year-old American falls to 8-5 and has now dropped back-to-back bouts in the UFC, having previously lost to Baysangur Susurkaev. Standing six-foot-two with a 74-inch reach, Nolan carries legitimate physical tools, and he generates 3.14 significant strikes per minute in the octagon. His striking accuracy sits at 39 percent, and he has not registered takedown or submission activity in his UFC run, suggesting he has leaned on his hands to make his mark.
Why it matters
- Hasanov's perfect 6-0 record and dominant scorecards put the Azerbaijani prospect in position to climb the rankings quickly.
- Nolan's second consecutive loss raises questions about his standing on the UFC roster and may force a pivotal crossroads bout next.
- A 30-27 sweep signals Hasanov controlled more than just one or two rounds — he dictated the pace throughout, adding weight to his unbeaten credentials.
