| Name | Nikolay Veretennikov (Men) |
| Nickname | Gladiator |
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| Date of birth | Dec 22, 1989 (36 years old) |
| Weight class | Welterweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Nikolay Veretennikov – General Profile
Nikolay Veretennikov is a Kazakh professional mixed martial artist competing in the welterweight division. Born in Kazakhstan, he has competed in regional and international MMA promotions while building a career known for active striking and finishing ability.
Combat Sports Background
Veretennikov developed experience in striking-based combat sports before establishing himself in mixed martial arts. His stand-up background became a key component of his offensive style inside the cage.
MMA Career
Veretennikov competed across several regional promotions in North America and internationally before earning wider attention through appearances connected to the UFC pathway system. His professional career has included victories by knockout, technical knockout, and submission.
Competing primarily in the welterweight division, he faced a variety of experienced regional opponents while developing a reputation as an action-oriented fighter.
Fighting Style
Veretennikov is known for an aggressive striking style that emphasizes pressure, combinations, and finishing sequences. He often pushes tempo during stand-up exchanges while mixing attacks to the head and body.
His offensive approach is supported by durability and a willingness to engage in high-paced fights.
Career Highlights
Career highlights include multiple stoppage victories across regional MMA competition and appearances on major MMA development platforms connected to the UFC.
| Fighter | Event | Method | Extra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalinn Williams |
UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Costa |
KO/TKO Punches · R1 · 3:31 |
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| Niko Price |
UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs. Oliveira |
KO/TKO Punches · R1 · 1:42 |
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| Punahele Soriano |
UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 |
U-DEC | |
| Francisco Prado |
UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 |
S-DEC | |
| Austin Vanderford |
UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs. Song |
KO/TKO Punches · R2 · 4:13 |
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| Danny Barlow |
UFC on ESPN: Tybura vs. Spivac 2 |
S-DEC | |
| Michael Morales |
DWCS 5.4 |
U-DEC |
Not all fights are added yet, but they’re coming as soon as possible. 31.82% of the fights were recovered.
Last update : 2026-06-10 17:40:00
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Josh Hokit The Incredible Hok | 9-0 |
| Bo Nickal | 8-1 |
| Steve Garcia Mean Machine | 19-5 |
| Gabriel Bonfim Marretinha | 19-1 |
| Sergei Pavlovich | 21-3 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Jaroslav Poborsky Cinan | 27-49 |
| Dmitry Poberezhets | 26-7 |
| Eduard Vartanyan Lion Heart | 25-4 |
| Daron Cruickshank The Detroit Superstar | 23-14 |
| Timur Nagibin | 21-8 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Dominick Cruz The Dominator | 24-4 |
| Yoel Romero Soldier of God | 16-7 |
| Joanderson Brito Tubarao | 18-5 |
| Nikita Krylov The Miner | 31-11 |
| Vladimir Matyushenko The Janitor | 27-8 |
| Manuel Torres El Loco | 17-3 |
| Kai Kara-France Don't Blink | 25-12 |
| Calvin Kattar The Boston Finisher | 23-10 |
| Ramazonbek Temirov Temurlan | 19-3 |
| Randy Brown Rude Boy | 20-8 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Brian Ebersole Bad Boy | 51-18 |
| Matt Hughes | 45-9 |
| Donald Cerrone Cowboy | 36-17 |
| Jorge Masvidal Gamebred | 35-17 |
| Meng Ding Ruthless Assassin | 35-10 |