Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov is an upcoming mixed martial arts bantamweight title eliminator matchup promoted and organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This fight is scheduled to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi as the main event of UFC on ABC 7, on August 3, 2024. Both fighters were originally scheduled to fight at UFC on ESPN 50 on August 5, 2023. Unfortunately, Nurmagomdov had to pull out due to a shoulder injury.
Cory Sandhagen, who maintains a record of 17 wins and 4 losses (17-4-0), will be making his fourteenth appearance in the UFC, squaring off against the undefeated prospect, Umar Nurmagomedov, who holds a professional MMA record of 17 wins (17-0-0). In his last fight, Sandhagen squared off against Rob Font in August 2023 and won the bout via a unanimous decision. On the other hand, Umar Nurmagomedov defeated Bekzat Almakhan in his last fight at UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs. Gaziev and won via unanimous decision.
Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov tale of the tape
| Stats | Cory Sandhagen | Umar Nurmagomedov |
| MMA Record | 17-3-0 | 17-0-0 |
| UFC Ranking (Bantamweight) | 2 | 10 |
| Last Fight | Win | Win |
| Nationality | American | Russian |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Weight | 135 lb (61 kg) | 135 lb (61 kg) |
| Reach | 69.5 in | 69 in |
| Fighting Style | Striker | Mixed |
| Striking Accuracy | 44% | 69% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 33% | 56% |
| Takedown Defense | 64% | 100% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 3 | 17 |
| MMA Debut | 2015 | 2016 |
Cory Sandhagen record
Cory Sandhagen maintains a clinical MMA record of 17 wins and 4 losses (17-4-0). Among his wins, seven were achieved by knockout, three by submissions, and seven via decision.
| 21 matches | 17 wins | 4 losses |
| By knockout | 7 | 0 |
| By submission | 3 | 1 |
| By decision | 7 | 3 |
Umar Nurmagomedov record
Umar Nurmagomedov holds an unblemished MMA record of 17 wins in 17 fights (17-0-0). Of his victories, two came via knockout, seven by submitting his opponent, and eight by decision.
| 17 matches | 17 wins | 0 losses |
| By knockout | 2 | 0 |
| By submission | 7 | 0 |
| By decision | 8 | 0 |
FAQs on Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov
A. Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov is scheduled for August 3, 2024, at UFC on ABC 7.
A. Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov is set to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
A. Cory Sandhagen holds an MMA record of 17-4-0 and is currently ranked #2 in the bantamweight division.
A. Umar Nurmagomedov holds an MMA record of 17 wins and no losses (17-0-0).
A. Umar Nurmagomedov is a Russian national.
A. Umar Nurmagomedov currently competes in the UFC. Before joining the premier MMA organization, Nurmagomedov fought for various promotions including PFL, GFC, and Fight Nights Global.
