Uran Satybaldiev

Overview

His one UFC win ended in a first-round submission, and the stat line explains why. Uran Satybaldiev, "Gorilla," is a Light Heavyweight out of Kyrgyzstan who trains with Team Alpha Male. He's 1-1 in the UFC and 9-1-0 across all promotions.

That second number includes fights outside the UFC. The UFC record is two fights deep.

UFC Career

Satybaldiev debuted in April 2025 against Martin Buday and lost a unanimous decision after going the full three rounds. A debut loss on the scorecards, not a finish.

He answered in August 2025. Against Diyar Nurgozhay, he won by submission at 2:45 of the first round. He carries that win into his next fight.

Two fights is a small sample, but the contrast is clear: one went the distance, the other ended inside three minutes.

Fighting Style

The numbers say submission hunter, not striker. His submission attempts per 15 minutes are far above the UFC average, while his striking output, accuracy and defense all sit below it. He also shoots for takedowns far less than most. So the submission attempts aren't coming off a steady wrestling diet.

The one finish backs up the grappling lean. His only UFC win came by submission.

Notable Wins

• Diyar Nurgozhay — submission, round 1 (2:45), UFC Fight Night: Walker vs Zhang (2025)

Quick Facts

• Division: Light Heavyweight
• UFC record: 1-1
• Professional record (all promotions): 9-1-0
• UFC debut: 2025
• Stance: Orthodox
• Height: 6'4", reach: 79"
• Team: Team Alpha Male
• Born: Kyrgyzstan