Shavkat Rakhmonov

Shavkat Rakhmonov holds an undefeated 19-0-0 record and fights out of an orthodox stance at welterweight, standing 6'1" with a 77-inch reach. The Kazakh grappler is a submission-focused threat, averaging 1.2 submissions per 15 minutes while landing 3.25 strikes per minute at 60% accuracy.

His takedown defense is elite at 85%, though his offensive wrestling converts at just 25% accuracy—a reflection of his selective, high-percentage approach rather than volume shooting. Recent victories showcase his submission mastery: he submitted Geoff Neal in the third round (March 2023), Michel Prazeres in the second (June 2021), and Neil Magny in the second (June 2022).

Most significantly, Rakhmonov defeated surging contender Ian Machado Garry via unanimous decision in December 2024, a five-round battle that demonstrated his ability to control elite competition without relying on finishes. Absorbing just 2.17 strikes per minute while defending 51% of incoming strikes, Rakhmonov operates with calculated efficiency.

His recent decision victory over Garry signals readiness for a title shot at welterweight, where his grappling and submission acumen could pose significant problems for the division's elite.