Zaynukov underwent surgery earlier this year due to a long-term hand injury. “Wild Chanco” is now recovering and has resumed training. Recent rumors have linked Zaynukov and Manoel Sousa for UFC Qatar
in November. However, she recently took to social media to shut down the rumours.
Magomed Zaynukov says he never signed a contract to fight Manoel Sousa at UFC Qatar
The Dagestan lightweight also revealed that he will not be fighting for the rest of the year as he continues to recover from surgery.
“I did not sign any contract for this fight,” Zaynukov wrote in his Instagram Stories. “I won’t be fighting this year because of surgery. Right now I’m rehabbing and recovering.”
Zaynukov (9-0) gained a significant following following the as Islam Makhachovteammate even before joining
Ultimate Fighting Championship. The undefeated 31-year-old made his Octagon debut last July with a unanimous decision victory. Damian Rzepecki after serving the contract
Dana White Candidate Series.
Magomed Zaynukov denies signing contract for this fight and says he’s on the mend, won’t fight until 2027#UFCQatar
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pic.twitter.com/gYPZpuL49d— matchmaker (@MMA__Matchmaker)
27 September 2026