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Zabit Magomedsharipov signed a multi-fight deal with Real American Freestyle wrestling promotion He will face fellow UFC veteran Giga Chikadze on Nov.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Zabit Magomedsharipov’s Return Confirmed After He Signs Outside UFC

Zabit Magomedsharipov stunned his admirers by returning to competition a few months ago. Following that successful outing, the Russian legend continues to turn heads as he is gearing up for another comeback.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 6

Zabit Magomedsharipov set to return on Khamzat Chimaev-headlined card with opponent announced

After a long break, it looks like Zabit Magomedsharipov is looking to stay active. Magomedsharipov started teasing the idea of a return earlier this year now that it has been seven years since the last time he stepped inside the Octagon.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 10

Khasan Magomedsharipov Faces Borics At PFL Dubai

Khasan Magomedsharipov puts his unbeaten record on the line against Adam Borics at PFL Dubai on November 14. The Professional Fighters League has added a featherweight matchup between Magomedsharipov and Borics to the card at Coca-Cola Arena, Sherdog reports.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 31

Zabit Magomedsharipov earns title shot: Date and location revealed after comeback win over UFC star

Zabit Magomedsharipov is looking to stay busy after his winning return to combat sports. The former UFC featherweight contender took an extended break from competition after beating Calvin Kattar in 2019.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 31

Zabit Magomedsharipov Beats UFC Featherweight In Return

Zabit Magomedsharipov won his first competition in seven years Saturday, outpointing UFC featherweight Youssef Zalal in a grappling match at ACBJJ 22 in Istanbul.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 30

Zabit Magomedsharipov Defeats Zalal At ACBJJ 22

Zabit Magomedsharipov won his first competitive match in nearly seven years Sunday, taking a decision over current UFC featherweight Youssef Zalal in the main event of ACBJJ 22 in Istanbul.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 4

Zabit Magomedsharipov Books Return After Seven Years

Former UFC featherweight contender Zabit Magomedsharipov has locked in a comeback fight for the end of August. Magomedsharipov will face active UFC fighter Youssef Zalal in a grappling match at ACBJJ 22 on Aug.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 3

Magomedsharipov Set To Grapple UFC's Zalal

Former UFC featherweight contender Zabit Magomedsharipov will face top-ranked UFC fighter Youssef Zalal in the main event of ACBJJ 22, the promotion announced Monday.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 6

Raul Rosas Jr. submits Khasan Magomedsharipov for ACBJJ title

UFC bantamweight Raul Rosas Jr. submitted Khasan Magomedsharipov with a rear-naked choke in under eight minutes to claim the inaugural ACBJJ All-Stars title at ACBJJ 21 in Moscow.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 6

Raul Rosas Jr. wins ACBJJ grappling title in Moscow upset

UFC bantamweight Raul Rosas Jr. captured the inaugural ACBJJ All-Stars title Saturday in Moscow, submitting Khasan Magomedsharipov with a rear-naked choke in a no-gi grappling match.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6

Zabit Magomedsharipov reignites Raul Rosas Jr match with face-off after UFC star beats his brother

Zabit Magomedsharipov has reignited the possibility of facing Raul Rosas Jr after watching his brother lose for the first time in years. After retiring from MMA in 2022 two years after his last UFC fight, the popular Russian has worked behind the scenes at his gym in Dagestan.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 3

Zabit Magomedsharipov issues a six-word statement after injury cancels his return to competition

Zabit Magomedsharipov’s eagerly anticipated comeback has been called off. The former MMA star hasn’t competed in any combat sport since beating Calvin Kattar at UFC Moscow in November 2019.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / July 3

Zabit’s Return Cancelled as Injury Forces Brother to Replace Him Against UFC Star

Zabit Magomedsharipov‘s UFC career remains one of the biggest “what-ifs” in the promotion’s history. He retired in June 2022 at the age of 31, still in his prime, with a perfect 6-0 record inside Dana White’s promotion.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 2

Zabit Magomedsharipov injured, pulls out of Moscow grappling match

Former UFC featherweight Zabit Magomedsharipov has pulled out of his grappling match against Raul Rosas Jr. due to injury, according to Sherdog. Magomedsharipov was scheduled to compete for the first time since 2019 at ACBJJ 21 on July 5 in Moscow.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 28

Zabit Magomedsharipov in ‘better shape than his fight days’ as he gears up for Raul Rosas Jr match

Zabit Magomedsharipov is leaving no stone unturned as he prepares for his return to competition next month. The renowned former UFC featherweight shocked the fight world when he retired at 18-1 in 2022 having never lost in the octagon.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 20

Magomedsharipov Returns After Five Years Away

Zabit Magomedsharipov is coming back — just not in the way anyone expected. The former UFC featherweight contender will return to competition for the first time since 2020 on July 5, booking a no-gi grappling match against Raul Rosas Jr.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 19

Zabit Magomedsharipov books grappling match with Raul Rosas Jr.

Retired UFC featherweight Zabit Magomedsharipov will compete for the first time since 2019 when he faces Raul Rosas Jr. in a 155-pound no-gi grappling match on July 5.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 19

Zabit Magomedsharipov to face rising UFC Star after collapse of rumored Dan Hooker grappling match

Zabit Magomedsharipov’s eagerly anticipated return to competition is finally official. The former UFC featherweight hasn’t fought since beating perennial contender Calvin Kattar in November 2019.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 18

Zabit Magomedsharipov returns against Dan Hooker in Moscow BJJ match

Former UFC featherweight contender Zabit Magomedsharipov is set to face Dan Hooker in a grappling match in Moscow on July 5, according to MMA Mania. The bout marks Magomedsharipov's first announced appearance since stepping away from MMA competition.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 17

Zabit Magomedsharipov set for surprise match against current UFC star in Moscow

Zabit Magomedsharipov is reportedly set for a shock return to combat sports. It has been over seven years since Zabit Magomedsharipov last competed in the UFC when he took on Calvin Kattar.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 12

Zabit Magomedsharipov claims UFC didn’t want him to be champion despite Dana White’s comeback offer

According to Zabit Magomedsharipov, the UFC didn’t want any more Russian champions, resulting in his retirement. During his time in the premier MMA promotion, Zabit Magomedsharipov was widely regarded as a future UFC champion after an incredible start to his career.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / February 14, 2025

UFC Vegas 102 Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Calvin Kattar – Youssef Zalal

Tomorrow night in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 102, we are going to see a featherweight matchup between two contenders heading in the opposite direction. Calvin Kattar (23-8) will look to get back on track as he takes on a contender who many have their eyes on this year in Youssef Zalal (16-5-1).