Khabib Nurmagomedov
Awards & Honours
9
Awards Won
4
Honours
4
Rankings
5
Covers
4
Records
Khabib Nurmagomedov's career is defined by his perfect 29-0 record, a feat unmatched in high-level MMA. He holds the record for the longest reign as UFC Lightweight Champion, holding the title for nearly three years. Fight Matrix ranks him as the #1 lightweight of all time. At retirement, he was the UFC's top pound-for-pound fighter. Forbes named him the most successful Russian athlete in 2019 and the top Russian show business and sports personality under 40. His dominance, humility, and dedication to his craft have earned him a place among the greatest athletes in combat sports history.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
UFC Hall of Fame Inductee
Inducted into the Hall of Fame for his undefeated career and championship legacy.
Forbes #1 Most Successful Russian Athlete
Ranked first on Forbes Russia's list of most successful athletes.
Forbes #1 Top 40 Under 40 in Russian Show Business and Sports
Topped the list of most successful Russian personalities under 40.
Most Followed Russian on Instagram
Over 33 million followers, making him the most followed Russian on the platform.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Lightweight of All Time
UFC Pound-for-Pound Rankings
Most Successful Russian Athlete
Top 40 Under 40 in Russian Show Business and Sports
Magazine Covers
ESPN The Magazine
2018-10
The Eagle Has Landed
Sports Illustrated
2018-10
The Brawl and the Champion
Forbes Russia
2019-05
40 Most Successful Russians Under 40
MMA Fighting
2019-09
The Undisputed King
UFC Magazine
2018-05
The New Champion
Records & Feats
Longest-reigning UFC Lightweight Champion
Held the title from April 2018 to March 2021, the longest reign in the division's history.
Undefeated UFC career with 29 wins
Retired with a perfect 29-0 record, one of the most dominant runs in MMA history.
First Muslim UFC Lightweight Champion
Became the first Muslim to win the UFC lightweight title in 2018.
Most successful Russian athlete (Forbes)
Ranked #1 on Forbes Russia's list of most successful athletes in 2019.