Nursulton Ruziboev, born Nursulton Dilshodbek Ugli Ruziboev on November 19, 1993, in Shahrixon, Andijan Region, Uzbekistan, is an Uzbek mixed martial artist competing in the UFC.
Known for his height and submission skills, he holds championship titles from multiple international promotions.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Nursulton Dilshodbek Ugli Ruziboev
- Stage Name: Nursulton Ruziboev
- Born: November 19, 1993
- Age: 32 years old
- Birthplace: Shahrixon, Andijan Region, Uzbekistan
- Nationality: Uzbek
- Occupation: Mixed Martial Artist & Professional Boxer
- Height: 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm)
- Parent: Mr and Mrs Ugli Ruziboev
- Siblings: Mashrabjon Ruziboev
- Spouse: Nome
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: at $600,000 – $800,000
Early Life And Education
Nursulton was born on November 19, 1993, in Shahrixon, Uzbekistan. He is 32 years old. He is of Uzbek ethnicity, born to Mr and Mrs Ugli Ruziboev. He was raised alongside two brothers and one sister; one of his brothers, Mashrabjon, also fights professionally.
He began martial arts early, starting karate at the age of 7 or 8 and training in combat sambo. At 16, he began training in MMA, and in 2012, he briefly relocated to Russia to support his family before returning to Uzbekistan in 2013. Academically, Nursulton earned a master’s degree in Economics from Uzbekistan National University
Career
Ruziboev turned professional in MMA in 2014, debuting with Kazakhstan’s Alash Pride. He fought in top Eurasian promotions, including Brave CF, WEF Global, and Open Fighting Championship, and publicly won multiple titles.
In 2023, he signed with the UFC and debuted with a first-round knockout victory over Brunno Ferreira at UFC on ESPN 48, earning a Performance of the Night bonus.
As of mid‑2025, he holds a professional MMA record of approximately 35–9–2 with 13 KOs, 20 submissions, and three decisions. A standout grappler, Nursulton is primarily known for his triangle choke, armbar, rear-naked choke, and kimura finishes.
Notably, he captured the OFC middleweight and WEF Global titles before transitioning to UFC competition. He also competes in professional boxing, with two wins (one by knockout), and as of June 2024, he has signed a new UFC contract covering four additional bouts.
Awards and Nominations
- UFC Performance of the Night (vs. Brunno Ferreira)
- Former WEF Global Middleweight Champion (3×), WFCA Welterweight Champion, OFC Middleweight Champion
Personal Life
Uzbek mixed martial artist Nursulton Ruziboev, competing in the UFC, is currently unmarried and has no information available about any previous or current romantic relationships.
Regarding his height, Nursulton Ruziboev stands at approximately 6 ft 5 in (196 cm); he is known for his towering physique and calm demeanour under pressure.
Net Worth
With estimated earnings between $600,000 and $800,000, his income stems from UFC fight purses, performance bonuses, boxing matches, regional championship payouts, and potential sponsorships. His scholarly background also enhances his marketability beyond the academic sphere.