Shavkat Rakhmonov

Who is Shavkat Rakhmonov?

Shavkat Rakhmonov is a mixed martial artist hailing from Kazakhstan. He was born on June 18, 1995, in Aktobe, a city in western Kazakhstan. He started his mixed martial arts career in 2014 when he was just 19 years old.

Rakhmonov is known for his exceptional striking and grappling skills, which have helped him become one of the most promising prospects in the sport. He is also known for his durability and hard work, which have earned him the nickname "Nomad." Rakhmonov has fought in various promotions, including Cage Warriors, M-1 Global, and Brave CF, before signing with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in 2020.

Road to the UFC

Rakhmonov's journey to the UFC wasn't easy. He had to overcome numerous obstacles to get to where he is today. He started his career in local promotions in Kazakhstan before making his way to Russia and Europe. In 2017, he signed with Brave CF, a Bahrain-based promotion where he won the welterweight championship by defeating Jarrah Al-Selawe in 2019.

After winning the title, Rakhmonov caught the attention of the UFC, which signed him to a multi-fight deal in 2020. He made his UFC debut in October of the same year, where he defeated Alex Oliveira via submission in the first round. This victory earned him a $50,000 "Performance of the Night" bonus and solidified his status as one of the best welterweight fighters in the world.