Zabit Magomedsharipov News
Pros react to Zabit Magomedsharipov defeating Calvin Kattar at UFC Moscow
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2019
A key featherweight bout between perennial division contenders Zabit Magomedsharipov and Calvin Kattar headlined today’s UFC Moscow event. Magomedsharipov (17-1 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since defeating Jeremy Stephens by unanimous decision at March’s UFC 235 event.
UFC Moscow Results: Zabit Magomedsharipov defeats Calvin Kattar (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2019
A key featherweight bout between Zabit Magomedsharipov on Calvin Kattar headlines today’s UFC Moscow event. Magomedsharipov (17-1 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since defeating Jeremy Stephens by unanimous decision at UFC 235 this past March in Las Vegas.
UFC Moscow Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2019
Zabit Magomedsharipov will square off with fellow featherweight contender in the main event of UFC Moscow. ‘ZaBeast’ will be returning to action for the first time since defeating Jeremy Stephens by unanimous decision at March’s UFC 235 event.
Calvin Kattar says Zabit Magomedsharipov signed the wrong contract for UFC Moscow
Natasha Hooper - November 8, 2019
Calvin Kattar is travelling across the pond to fight on the home turf of his opponent, Zabit Magomedsharipov at UFC Moscow. The featherweights will be headlining the event this Saturday, November 9 inside the CSKA Arena in the Russian capital. Kattar was scheduled to fight his Russian opponent last month in his hometown at UFC Boston. However, the fight was pulled from the card as Magomedsharipov suffered from a blood infection. Now, Kattar is having to acclimatize to Russian conditions and overcome adversity in the form of Magomedsharipov’s loyal fan base.
How to watch UFC Moscow: Magomedsharipov vs. Kattar start time, fight card and betting odds.
Natasha Hooper - November 5, 2019
This weekend’s upcoming UFC Moscow event takes place across the pond and showcases elite international talent. The UFC Fight Night 163 main event is headlined by Calvin Kattar vs Russian native, Zabit Magomedsharipov. The Dagestani fighter is yet to lose a UFC fight and last fought Jeremy Stephens, beating him via a unanimous decision victory. With a plethora of combat experience, the former ACB featherweight champion, Madomedsharipov is one of the most respected fighters in the featherweight division.
Breaking! Zabit Magomedsharipov set to return at UFC Boston against Calvin Kattar
Christopher Taylor - August 6, 2019
Zabit Magomedsharipov will return to the Octagon at October’s UFC Boston event against fellow featherweight contender Calvin Kattar. UFC President Dana White announcer the news to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto.
Report | UFC looking at matching Brian Ortega vs Zabit Magomedsharipov
Drake Riggs - May 9, 2019
The UFC featherweight division has gotten deeper and deeper over the years since it was introduced with the absorption of the WEC in 2011. Since then, fighters within the weight class have provided us with some incredible moments whether it be from the lone champions in Jose Aldo, Conor McGregor or Max Holloway. In regards to the latter, his last title defense came in December 2018 when he put on a masterclass against the undefeated BJJ phenom, Brian Ortega.
Renato Moicano wanted Zabit Magomedsharipov before accepting fight with Korean Zombie
Cole Shelton - May 7, 2019
Renato Moicano will be returning to the Octagon on June 22 in the main event of the UFC’s first event in Greenville, South Carolina. When Moicano steps into the Octagon, standing across from him will be “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung, who was not the Brazilian’s first choice of who he wanted to fight.
VIDEO | Jeremy Stephens and Zabit Magomedsharipov have backstage encounter
Tom Taylor - February 28, 2019
One of the most compelling features of this Saturday’s UFC 235 card is a featherweight scrap between veteran knockout artist Jeremy Stephens and rising contender Zabit Magomedsharipov. With the fight just days away, the pair had an interesting backstage encounter in Las Vegas.
Three UFC fighters poised for big things in 2019
Cole Shelton - January 3, 2019
2019 is officially here, and it’s looking like it could be a huge year for a number of rising UFC stars, such as surging striking sensation Israel Adesanya. Without further ado, here are three UFC fighters we expect to do big things in this new year.
Jeremy Stephens vs Zabit Magomedsharipov targeted for UFC 235
Drake Riggs - December 16, 2018
UFC 235 is still in its infancy when it comes to card building. But what we’re getting so far is looking pretty darn good. A new potential matchup has now surfaced.
Michael Johnson open to fight with Zabit Magomedsharipov
Tom Taylor - November 13, 2018
There are not a lot of featherweights out there who are openly calling for a fight with dangerous Russian contender Zabit Magomedsharipov. Michael Johnson, however, is all for the matchup.
Zabit Magomedsharipov still wants Chad Mendes fight
Cole Shelton - September 16, 2018
Zabit Magomedsharipov is considered a future featherweight champion by many, but currently, the Russian is still working his way up the featherweight rankings, where he is ranked 15th. Following Magomedsharipov’s win over Brandon Davis at UFC 228, the 27-year-old called out either Chad Mendes or Jose Aldo for a fight. However, Aldo has expressed interest in going up to lightweight, so Mendes seems like the logical option.
Yair Rodriguez teases upcoming return to training, calls out Zabit Magomedsharipov
Thomas Taylor - September 12, 2018
Originally, Mexico’s Yair Rodriguez was expected to return to the cage opposite Zabit Magomedsharipov at UFC 228 last Saturday. Unfortunately, Rodriguez was forced out of this contest with an injury, and replaced by Brandon Davis, who Magomedsharipov submitted with an incredible kneebar. Shortly after he submitted Davis, Zabit Magomedsharipov called for a fight with three-time UFC featherweight title challenger Chad Mendes, who recently returned from a long hiatus with a first-round stoppage of Myles Jury. Apparently, however, the Russian star is still very much in the crosshairs of Yair Rodriguez.
UFC 228 Results: Zabit Magomedsharipov submits Brandon Davis (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - September 8, 2018
A featherweight scrap between Zabit Magomedsharipov and Brandon Davis took place on tonight’s UFC 228 main card from Dallas, Texas. Zabit Magomedsharipov was originally slated to face Yair Rodriguez at tonight’s event, but “El Pantera” was unfortunately forced to withdraw from the fight due to injury.
Brandon Davis steps in to face Zabit Magomedsharipov at UFC 228
Drake Riggs - August 28, 2018
UFC 228 recently lost out on one of it’s most highly anticipated matchups between super talented prospects. Fortunately, a replacement has been found. Originally set to square off in Dallas on September 8 were two of the featherweight division’s most entertaining fighters. Those two being Mexico’s Yair Rodriguez (10-2) and Russia’s Zabit Magomedsharipov (15-1).
Yair Rodriguez confirms he is back with the UFC and will return to action on September 8
Chris Taylor - June 2, 2018
Yair Rodriguez is back with the UFC! The featherweight standout confirmed the news earlier today on Twitter, this following an initial report from ESPN on Friday afternoon.
Andre Fili calls for scrap with Zabit Magomedsharipov
Tom Taylor - May 18, 2018
Dagestani featherweight Zabit Magomedsharipov is one of the most hyped fighters in the UFC at present, and Team Alpha Male talent Andre Fili is hoping to fight him. Fili made his ballsy callout of the ferocious Magomedsharipov on Twitter, suggesting the fight occur at UFC 227 in Los Angeles, California this August 4.