What Fighting Style Is Sharaputdin Magomedov?

Last Modified Jan 29, 2025 12:32 GMT
UFC 308: Magomedov v Petrosyan
UFC 308: Magomedov v Petrosyan

Sharaputdin "Shara Bullet" Magomedov is a professional mixed martial artist who currently competes in the middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship where he fights at 185 pounds. Magomedov stands 6'2" tall with a reach of 77 inches. He is primarily known for his Muay Thai fighting style and was influenced by the rich fighting culture within Dagestan.

Sharaputdin Magomedov debuted in the UFC against Bruno Silva back in 2023. Listed as one the most promising middleweight prospects, as of January 2025, Magomedov remains undefeated with a record of 15-0-0 and has passed through several tough opponents with impressive displays of speed, power, and technical ability combined.

Sharaputdin Magomedov Fighting Style

Sharaputdin "Shara Bullet" Magomedov is known for his formidable fighting style, often mixing powerful Muay Thai and kickboxing techniques. Magomedov has 12 knockouts in 15 outings as of January 2025, which showcases his ability to finish fights with a range of striking attacks.

He has achieved KOs via elbow strikes, knees, and even a swift hook kick. His victory via first-round stoppage against Joel dos Santos with a second-round hook kick emphasized his speed and technique, while the TKO finish with elbows against Antonio Trocoli brought into focus his effectiveness at close-range strikes. More evidence of Magomedov's KO power comes from how quickly he finishes off his opponents, as he has secured seven wins in the first round. Capable of generating knockout power from various angles and distances, he is one of the most feared prospects in the middleweight division. Magomedov's most popular knockout took place at UFC 308 where he knocked out Armen Petrosyan via a double spinning back fist.

Sharaputdin Magomedov UFC Record

ResultUFC RecordMMA RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocation
Win4-015-0Armen PetrosyanKO (spinning backfists)UFC 308October 26, 202424:52Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Win3-014–0Michał OleksiejczukDecision (unanimous)UFC on ABC: Sandhagen vs. NurmagomedovAugust 3, 202435:00Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Win2-013–0Antonio TrócoliTKO (knee and punches)UFC on ABC: Whittaker vs. AliskerovJune 22, 202432:27Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Win1-012–0Bruno SilvaDecision (unanimous)UFC 294October 21, 202335:00Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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FAQs On Sharaputdin Magomedov

A. Sharaputdin Magomedov uses a striking style of fighting, specializing in Muay Thai.

A. Sharaputdin Magomedov’s primary strength lies in striking over wrestling.

A. As of January 2025, Sharaputdin Magomedov holds an undefeated professional MMA record of 15 wins (15-0-0).

A. Sharaputdin Magomedov is scheduled to fight Michael Page on February 1, 2025.

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