Fighters » Muslim Salikhov
Muslim “King of Kung Fu” Salikhov is a Russian mixed martial artist in the UFC Welterweight division, renowned for his elite Sanda background and highlight-reel knockouts.
Fighter Profile
- Nickname: King of Kung Fu
- Nationality: Russian
- Fighting Style: Wushu Sanda
- Background: A legendary Sanda practitioner, Salikhov is a multiple-time Wushu Sanda world champion and one of only two non-Chinese athletes to have won the Wushu Sanda King’s Cup. He successfully transitioned to MMA, bringing his striking expertise to the global stage.
Notable MMA Fights
The table below lists some of Muslim Salikhov’s most significant fights, particularly from his UFC career.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2025 | Uroš Medić | Loss | TKO (Punches) | – |
| Jul 26, 2025 | Carlos Leal Miranda | Win | KO (Punch) | Performance of the Night |
| Nov 23, 2024 | Song Kenan | Win | KO (Spinning Wheel Kick) | Performance of the Night |
| Jul 13, 2024 | Santiago Ponzinibbio | Win | Split Decision | – |
| Feb 3, 2024 | Randy Brown | Loss | KO (Punches) | – |
| Nov 19, 2022 | André Fialho | Win | TKO (Spinning Wheel Kick & Punches) | Performance of the Night |
| Sep 7, 2019 | Nordine Taleb | Win | KO (Punch) | Performance of the Night |
| Jun 1, 2017 | Melvin Guillard | Win | KO (Spinning Hook Kick) | Pre-UFC victory over a veteran |
What Makes His Fights Notable
Salikhov’s fights are worth watching for his unique striking style:
- Sanda Specialists: His fighting style is characterized by the creative and powerful use of spinning kicks and back fists derived from Wushu Sanda.
- Knockout Power: Of his 22 professional wins, 15 have come by way of knockout or technical knockout, demonstrating his fight-ending power.
