Nursulton Ruziboev submits Andrey Pulyaev in Baku at UFC Fight Night 280
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Nursulton Ruziboev secured a submission victory over Andrey Pulyaev at UFC Fight Night 280 held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Ruziboev, who had not fought in 13 months, won with a rear-naked choke, marking his third consecutive victory. He expressed relief after the win, stating the pressure from his lengthy absence was significant. With this victory, Ruziboev improved his record to 5-1 in the UFC. He is now aiming for a potential fight at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on August 15, contingent on discussions with his management and recovery from a minor injury.
- •Ruziboev won by submission in the first round.
- •The fight took place on June 27, 2026, in Baku.
- •Ruziboev is now on a three-fight winning streak.
- •He is considering a fight in Philadelphia at UFC 330 in August.
- •Ruziboev has won four of his five UFC fights by stoppage.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Could Nursulton Ruziboev be headed to UFC 330 in Philly after Baku win?
"Nursulton Ruziboev left Baku with a brilliant submission win. Might he fight in his former home base at UFC 330 in August?
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