MMA fighters from Russia & region

Fighters from this part of the world know one thing: dominance through discipline.

Russia and the surrounding region have taken the MMA world by storm. Rooted in Sambo, judo, and wrestling, fighters from this region bring elite grappling, mental toughness, and relentless pressure. From Fedor Emelianenko to Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev, their dominance speaks for itself.

These fighters are known for discipline, control, and physical strength. Whether grinding opponents down or finishing with submissions and ground-and-pound, Russian and ex-USSR fighters continue to set the standard in several divisions — with no signs of slowing down.