Magomed Zaynukov rules out UFC Qatar fight, out until 2027
Sherdog • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 2:02 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
MMAMagomed Zaynukov has confirmed he will not compete at UFC Qatar in November and remains sidelined until 2027. Following surgery for a persistent hand injury, Zaynukov is recovering and returning to training but has stated he never signed a contract to fight Manoel Sousa at the upcoming event. As Zaynukov focuses on rehabilitation, he has communicated his ongoing commitment to recovery on social media.
- •Zaynukov is recovering from hand surgery.
- •He has ruled out fighting for the rest of 2026.
- •Rumors of a fight against Sousa are unfounded.
- •Zaynukov boasts an undefeated record of 9-0.
- 2:02 AMSherdog — Magomed Zaynukov shuts down UFC Qatar fight rumors, out until 2027
"Magomed Zaynukov will return to action in the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2027.
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