Usman Nurmagomedov could make UFC debut against Mauricio Ruffy

According to reports, undefeated Russian fighter Usman Nurmagomedov could make his UFC debut at UFC 337, expected to take place in February 2027. Brazilian knockout artist Mauricio Ruffy is reported as his possible opponent.

Usman Nurmagomedov currently holds the PFL lightweight championship and is ranked first in the PFL pound-for-pound rankings.

Mauricio Ruffy is ranked 10th in the UFC lightweight division and has a record of 14 wins and 3 losses. His last fight took place on September 20 at UFC 331, where he lost to Arman Tsarukyan by first-round TKO at 4:56.