Draft:Baisangur Susurkaev
| Baisangur Susurkaev | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 8, 2001 Chechnya, Russia |
| Other names | "Hunter" |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
| Weight | 186 lb (84.4 kg) |
| Division | Middleweight |
| Reach | 79 in (201 cm) |
| Style | Striker (Mixed Martial Arts) |
| Team | Kill Cliff FC |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Mixed martial arts record | |
| Total | 11 |
| Wins | 11 |
| By knockout | 8 |
| By submission | 1 |
| By decision | 2 |
| Unknown | 0 |
| Losses | 0 |
| By knockout | 0 |
| By submission | 0 |
| By decision | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| No contests | 0 |
Baisangur Susurkaev (born January 8, 2001) is a Russian mixed martial artist who competes in the middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He is known by his nickname, "Hunter."[1]
Early life and background
[edit]Susurkaev was born in Chechnya, Russia.[2] He has three brothers and one sister.[3] Before pursuing MMA full-time, he worked in Chechnya as a laborer. After moving to the United States, he worked as a food delivery man and furniture loader.[4] He trains with Kill Cliff FC.[5]
Grappling and amateur career
[edit]In 2019, Susurkaev became the Russian National Pankration Champion.[6] He also won gold at the Jiu-Jitsu World League Pan Americans.[7]
Professional MMA career
[edit]Early career
[edit]Susurkaev began his professional MMA career in 2019.[8] He is known primarily as a striker but has demonstrated grappling ability, including submission victories. He competed in regional promotions before appearing on Dana White's Contender Series.[9]
Ultimate Fighting Championship
[edit]Susurkaev earned a UFC contract via Dana White's Contender Series with a first-round knockout victory over Murtaza Talha.[10] He made his UFC debut at UFC 319, submitting Eric Nolan via rear-naked choke in the second round.[11] At UFC 322, he defeated Eric McConico by one-punch knockout in the first round.[12]
Fighting style
[edit]Susurkaev is primarily a striker with knockout power, but he has also shown submission skills. He possesses strong takedown defense and a high finishing rate, with several first-round finishes in his career.[13]
Personal life
[edit]Susurkaev has three brothers and one sister.[14] He has two children, a son and a daughter. His nickname is "Hunter," reflecting his finishing instincts. He admires Jon Jones and hopes to train with him. He is ethnically Chechen.[15]
Mixed martial arts record (professional)
[edit]| # | Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Round | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | December 22, 2019 | Bakbergen Anvarov | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 0:36 | Akhmat Fight Club: Akhmat Moscow Championship 2019 |
| 2 | December 19, 2020 | Gennady Khamzin | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 0:47 | Colosseum MMA: Battle of Champions 17 |
| 3 | January 30, 2021 | Akmatbek Paizilabek Uulu | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 4:58 | ACA Young Eagles 16: Flyweight Grand Prix 2021 |
| 4 | August 16, 2021 | Islom Sharopov | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 0:59 | ACA Young Eagles 20 |
| 5 | December 25, 2021 | Bekhruz Kurbonov | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 0:40 | ACA Young Eagles 23: Grand Prix Finals |
| 6 | March 31, 2022 | Artem Kuzmin | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 1:22 | ACA Young Eagles 26 |
| 7 | November 22, 2024 | Shane Sobnosky | Win | Decision (unanimous) | 3 | 5:00 | Borroka Promotions: Where Legends Rise |
| 8 | February 21, 2025 | Irakli Kuchukhidze | Win | KO/TKO | 2 | 2:12 | Fury Fighting Championship 102 |
| 9 | August 12, 2025 | Murtaza Talha | Win | KO/TKO | 1 | 3:04 | Dana White's Contender Series: Season 9, Week 1 |
| 10 | August 16, 2025 | Eric Nolan | Win | Submission (rear-naked choke) | 2 | 2:01 | UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev |
| 11 | November 15, 2025 | Eric McConico Jr. | Win | KO/TKO | 3 | 1:38 | UFC 322 |
References
[edit]- ^ "Baisangur Susurkaev UFC Profile". ufc.com. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "Where is Baisangur Susurkaev from?". EssentiallySports. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "Baisangur Susurkaev UFC Profile". ufc.com. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "MMA UK article". MMA UK. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "Baisangur Susurkaev UFC Profile". ufc.com. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "EssentiallySports article". EssentiallySports. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "Sportskeeda article". Sportskeeda. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "MMA News article". MMA News. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "Sportskeeda article". Sportskeeda. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "EssentiallySports article". EssentiallySports. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "MMA UK article". MMA UK. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "UFC-FR article". UFC-FR. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "Sportskeeda article". Sportskeeda. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "Baisangur Susurkaev UFC Profile". ufc.com. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
- ^ "EssentiallySports article". EssentiallySports. Retrieved 2025-11-17.
External links
[edit]Category:2001 births Category:Living people Category:Russian male mixed martial artists Category:Middleweight mixed martial artists Category:Ultimate Fighting Championship male fighters