Roman Dolidze The Caucasian

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Fighter bio

Roman Dolidze – General Profile

Roman Dolidze, nicknamed "The Caucasian," is a Georgian professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s middleweight division. Born on July 15, 1988, in Batumi, Georgia, he began his athletic journey as a professional soccer goalkeeper before transitioning to MMA. Dolidze is known for his well-rounded skill set, athleticism, and finishing ability.

MMA Career

He made his pro MMA debut in 2016 and entered the UFC in mid-2020, originally fighting at light heavyweight before moving to middleweight in 2021. Dolidze has racked up notable victories over opponents like Jack Hermansson, Phil Hawes, Kyle Daukaus, Anthony Smith, Kevin Holland, and Marvin Vettori. His wins feature a balanced mix of knockouts, submissions, and decisions. His UFC record includes several “Performance of the Night” bonuses for his dynamic finishes.

Fighting Style

Dolidze is a dynamic and versatile fighter with strengths in striking and grappling. He possesses a strong submission game, particularly with leg locks and rear-naked chokes, and excels in explosive KO/TKO finishes. His athleticism and unpredictability make him a constant threat in the octagon.

Recent Developments

As of August 2025, Dolidze recently suffered a submission loss to Anthony Hernandez in the main event of UFC Vegas 109, ending a three-fight win streak. Despite the setback, he remains a ranked contender and has expressed ambitions to face former champions like Israel Adesanya or Robert Whittaker in the future. He also signed a contract extension with the UFC prior to his last fight.