Zabit
Magomedsharipov is set to return to action after nearly seven
years.
Magomedsharipov (18-1) is set to face Raul Rosas
Jr. in a no-gi grappling match at ACBJJ 21 on July 5 in Moscow,
Russia. The matchup will be in the 70 kg (154 pounds) weight
category.
UFC Past and Present Collide
Magomedsharipov is considered to be one of the biggest “what ifs”
in MMA history. The exceptionally well-rounded featherweight
prospect won four bonuses in his six UFC wins. Magomedsharipov last
competed in 2019, when he beat Calvin
Kattar via a unanimous decision in a “Fight of the Night”
clash. Magomedsharipov then surprisingly retired in 2022 to pursue
a career in medicine.
Meanwhile, Rosas Jr. is currently riding a five-fight winning
streak in the UFC. The 21-year-old is coming off his biggest career
win against Rob
Font.