Shavkat Rakhmonov, popularly known by the moniker “Nomad,” is a UFC welterweight division MMA fighter from Kazakhstan. As of November 2024, he is undefeated in his professional mixed martial arts career. Hailing from Karaganda, Rakhmonov started his professional MMA career in the M-1 Global, where he is a former one-time M-1 Welterweight Champion.
Shavkat Rakhmonov made his UFC debut against Alex Oliveira at UFC 254: Khabib vs. Gaethje on October 24, 2020. He won the fight through submission via guillotine choke in Round 1. Since then, Rakhmonov has established himself as a formidable competitor in the UFC, winning the Performance of the Night twice and Fight of the Night one time so far. Rakhmonov is all set to take on Ian Garry in his upcoming fight at UFC 310 on December 7, 2024.
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s Ranking
Shavkat Rakhmonov currently ranks No. 3 in the welterweight rankings of the UFC. The Kazakh fighter has fought six times as of November 2024 in the promotion and won all of the bouts by finishes. He will make his seventh walk toward the octagon on December 7, 2024, at UFC 310.
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s MMA Record
Shavkat Rakhmonov has a professional mixed martial arts record of 18 wins and no losses as of November 2024. He has fought 18 times till now, having won eight fights via KO/TKO and 10 fights by submission.
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s Best Fights in the UFC So Far
Shavkat Rakhmonov has fought six times inside the Octagon as of November 2024. Here's a look at some of his best fights in the UFC so far:
Shavkat Rakhmonov vs Carlston Harris
Shavkat “Nomad” Rakhmonov faced Carlston “Mocambique” Harris at UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Strickland on February 5, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Rakhmonov used 1 knockout, 13 strikes, and 1 takedown during the fight. He eventually defeated Harris via KO/TKO through a kick in 4 minutes and 10 seconds of Round 1. With this, Rakhmonov won his first Performance of the Night bonus in the UFC.
Shavkat Rakhmonov vs Neil Magny
Shavkat Rakhmonov locked horns with Neil Magny at UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Gamrot on June 25, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Throughout the fight, Nomad landed 19 strikes, 2 takedowns, and 1 submission on his opponent. He defeated Magny through submission via rear naked choke at 4 minutes and 58 seconds of Round 2. Resultantly, he earned his second Performance of the Night bonus in the process.
Shavkat Rakhmonov vs Geoff Neal
Shavkat Rakhmonov clashed with Geoff Neal at UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Hill on March 4, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Rakhmonov landed 113 strikes and 1 submission against his opponent during the fight. He won the fight via submission through rear naked choke in 4 minutes and 17 seconds of Round 3. With this win, Rakhmonov earned his first Fight of the Night bonus in the UFC.
Last updated on November 2024
FAQs on Shavkat Rakhmonov's Ranking
A. He is ranked No. 3 in the UFC welterweight division as of November 2024.
A. Shavkat Rakhmonov is nicknamed “Nomad.”
A. Shavkat Rakhmonov’s height is 6’1” (185.42 cm) and his weight is 170 lbs (77.11 kg).
A. Shavkat Rakhmonov’s MMA record is 18 wins and no losses as of November 2024.
A. Shavkat Rakhmonov’s next opponent is Ian Machado Garry.
