Rafael Fiziev tops the list of UFC fighters from CIS countries with eight post-fight bonuses to his name. Hamzat Chimaev and Ilia Topuria are tied in second place with seven bonuses each, alongside Dennis Siver who was born in Omsk. Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan each have six bonuses, with Alexey Oleynik also on six.
Rafael Fiziev stands alone at the top of a notable regional ranking, having collected eight UFC post-fight bonuses — more than any other fighter from a CIS country currently active or formerly competing under the promotion's banner.
Chasing him are Hamzat Chimaev, Ilia Topuria, and veteran Dennis Siver, each sitting on seven bonuses. Topuria, the 29-year-old Georgian-born Spanish fighter ranked second in the lightweight division and first in the pound-for-pound standings, carries a 17-1-0 record and has built his reputation on explosive finishing ability, averaging 4.81 significant strikes per minute. Siver, now 47 and representing Germany, was born in Omsk and compiled a 23-11-0 career record during his UFC tenure, averaging 3.87 significant strikes per minute across his fights.
Rounding out the group are Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan on six bonuses each, joined by submission specialist Alexey Oleynik, also on six. Makhachev, the 34-year-old Russian southpaw and current welterweight champion, holds a 28-1-0 record and blends elite grappling — averaging 3.2 takedowns and 1.1 submission attempts per 15 minutes — with a striking accuracy of 58 percent, among the highest in the sport.
Why it matters
- Fiziev's eight bonuses reflect consistent highlight-reel performances and place him clear of a competitive CIS field
- Makhachev's six bonuses are particularly notable given his wrestling-heavy style, which typically prioritizes control over flashy finishes
- The list spans active champions, top contenders, and retired veterans, illustrating the depth of bonus-earning talent the CIS region has produced in the UFC
