Timur Valiev

Fighter Facts

• Pro since 2010
   
• Lost pro debut 17-1, 1 NC since
   
• On eight fight unbeaten streak (7-0, 1 NC)
   
• Last loss was via split decision to current UFC fighter Chris Gutierrez. Avenged eight months later
   
• Five wins by KO, two by submission (RNC, armbar)
   
• Five first round finishes

UFC History
UFC Fight Night (6/26/21) Valiev won a three round majority decision over Raoni Barcelos 
UFC Fight Night (2/6/21) Valiev won a three round unanimous decision over Martin Day
UFC on ESPN (8/22/20) Valiev’s loss to Trevin Jones was overturned to a no contest after Jones failed a post-fight drug test

Q&A

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training at the age of 15 because I love MMA. 
Do you have any heroes? My hero is Prophet Muhammad (S.W.T.)
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? To fight in the UFC means a lot to me. It was a long journey to get here; now I have to prove that I can compete with the best fighters.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I have a degree in Economics
What was your job before you started fighting? I used to work in construction and as a security guard.