Magomed Zaynukov shuts down UFC Qatar fight rumors, out until 2027

Magomed Zaynukov will return to action in the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2027.

By Sayan Nag · Sherdog

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 2:02 AM

Key Things to Know

Magomed Zaynukov denied signing a contract to fight Manoel Sousa at UFC Qatar in November.
Zaynukov announced he will not fight for the rest of 2026 as he rehabilitates from hand surgery.
The undefeated Dagestani lightweight holds a 9-0 professional record.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Magomed Zaynukov has dismissed rumors linking him to a matchup against Manoel Sousa at UFC Qatar in November. Taking to social media, the undefeated lightweight announced that he did not sign any contract for the bout and confirmed he will not compete for the remainder of 2026.

Zaynukov explained that he is continuing rehabilitation following hand surgery undergone earlier this year. The 31-year-old teammate of Islam Makhachev holds a 9-0 record and last competed in July, when he won his promotional debut by unanimous decision against Damian Rzepecki.

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