Magomed Zaynukov

In this name that follows East Slavic naming customs, the patronymic is Bekshievich and the family name is Zaynukov.
Magomed Zaynukov
BornMagomed Bekshievich Zainukov
(1995-01-02) January 2, 1995
Botlikhsky, Dagestan, Russia
Native nameМагомед Зайнуков
Other namesWild Chanco
Height5 ft 10 in (178 cm)[1]
Weight155 lb (70 kg; 11 st 1 lb)
DivisionLightweight
Reach68 in (173 cm)[1]
StyleMuay Thai, Kickboxing
Fighting out ofMakhachkala, Russia
TeamEagles MMA
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov School
Years active2014–2019 (Muay Thai)
2021–present (MMA)
Kickboxing record
Total21
Wins18
By knockout10
Losses3
By knockout1
Mixed martial arts record
Total8
Wins8
By knockout5
By decision3
Losses0
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Magomed Bekshievich Zaynukov (Russian: Магомед Бекшиевич Зайнуков; born January 2, 1995) is a Russian mixed martial artist and former Muay Thai kickboxer. He currently competes in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.[2] In his Muay Thai career, Zaynukov was a two-time IFMA world champion and a WMC Intercontinental champion.

Muay Thai career

In Muay Thai, Zaynukov was a four-time Russian champion, a European champion, a two-time IFMA world champion, and won the WMC Intercontinental Championship.[3][4] He regularly trained with Jason Wilnis.[5] For his achievements, Zaynukov was named a Honored Master of Sports of Russia. Zaynukov defeated world champion Sudsakorn Sor Klinmee in December 2018, in a bout held in Perm, Russia.[6]

Mixed martial arts career

Although from a Muay Thai background, Zaynukov was part of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's camp in Dagestan known for its high-level wrestling.[7] He made his professional mixed martial arts debut in 2021 and by 2025 he had an unbeaten 6–0 record. He won his first five fights by first-round stoppage.[8] Zaynukov stated to MMA Fighting in 2025 that he trained with fighters such as Islam Makhachev, Usman Nurmagomedov, and Gadzhi Rabadanov.[9]

Zaynukov faced fellow undefeated fighter Shakhmar Sadygov in a featured bout at UAE Warriors 58 in February 2025.[10] He won by unanimous decision. Zaynukov subsequently competed on Dana White's Contender Series in October 2025. He defeated Lucas Caldas by unanimous decision and was awarded a contract in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Zaynukov broke the Contender Series record for most significant strikes landed (248) in a lightweight bout and was congratulated afterwards by his coach Khabib Nurmagomedov.[11][12]

Personal life

Zaynukov was born on January 2, 1995.[1] He is from the village of Chanko in Dagestan, Russia. As a result, he was nicknamed "Wild Chanco".[13] In 2024, Zaynukov's teammate Islam Makhachev referred to him as "Chanco" but this was misinterpreted as "John Pork", which is an internet meme about a cartoon pig. Zaynukov said in October 2025 that he disliked the name "John Pork" and requested that fans do not call him that.[12][14]

Championships and awards

Muay Thai

Professional

Amateur

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
8 matches 8 wins 0 losses
By knockout 5 0
By decision 3 0
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Win 8–0 Lucas Caldas Decision (unanimous) Dana White's Contender Series 85 October 7, 2025 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 7–0 Shakhmar Sadygov Decision (unanimous) UAE Warriors 58 February 22, 2025 3 5:00 Al Ain, United Arab Emirates Return to Lightweight.
Win 6–0 Wilian Poles Decision (unanimous) UAE Warriors 51 July 27, 2024 3 5:00 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Catchweight (160 lb) bout.
Win 5–0 Erzhan Manarbekov TKO (punches) RCC Intro 31 March 9, 2024 1 4:09 Yekaterinburg, Russia Catchweight (161 lb) bout.
Win 4–0 Tamirlan Ashakhanov TKO (punches) AMC Fight Nights 121 July 14, 2023 2 4:29 Moscow, Russia Catchweight (161 lb) bout.
Win 3–0 Maksatbek Akzhigit Uulu KO (punch) Leki FC 2 December 13, 2022 1 1:40 Moscow, Russia Welterweight debut.
Win 2–0 Nasratullah Akhondzada TKO (punches) Eagle FC: Selection 4 January 29, 2022 1 2:30 Kizilyurt, Russia
Win 1–0 Ramiz Ismailov TKO (punches) Eagle FC: Selection 1 February 20, 2021 1 N/A Kaspiysk, Russia Lightweight debut.

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Muay Thai and kickboxing record

Professional Muay Thai and Kickboxing Record
18 Wins (10 (T)KOs), 3 Losses
Date Result Opponent Event Location Method Round Time
2019-11-01 Win Masoud Minaei Battle of Champions 11 Moscow, Russia TKO (Doctor stoppage) 2 1:40
Wins the WMC Intercontinental -70kg title.
2019-08-25 Win YungFeng Showdown China Decision 3 3:00
2018-12-22 Win Sudsakorn Sor Klinmee MUAYTHAI FACTORY Russia Decision (Unanimous) 5 3:00
Wins the vacant WMC Intercontinental -72.5kg title.
2018-09-22 Win Miao Wei YungFeng Showdown China Decision 3 3:00
2018-07-28 Win Yang Hao Dong YungFeng Showdown China Decision 3 3:00
2017-12-23 Win Keivan Soleimani YungFeng Showdown China TKO 1
2017- Win Guo Dechao China Decision 3 3:00
2016-03-12 Loss Yodpayak Sitsongpeenong SUPER MUAYTHAI Bangkok, Thailand Decision 3 3:00
2016-02-28 Loss Sinsamut Klinmee SUPER MUAYTHAI Bangkok, Thailand KO (High kick) 2
2016-01-24 Loss Yodpayak Sitsongpeenong SUPER MUAYTHAI Bangkok, Thailand Decision 3 3:00
2016-01-03 Win Weerasak SUPER MUAYTHAI, Tournament Final Bangkok, Thailand KO (Left hook to the body) 2
2016-01-03 Win Yoon SUPER MUAYTHAI, Tournament Semifinal Bangkok, Thailand KO (Elbow) 1
2015-12-05 Win Petchmankong P.K.SaenchaiMuaythaiGym SUPER MUAYTHAI Bangkok, Thailand KO (Punches) 1
Legend:   Win   Loss   Draw/No contest   Notes
Amateur Muay Thai Record
Date Result Opponent Event Location Method Round Time
2017-05-10 Loss Mana Samchaiyaphum IFMA World Championships 2017, Semifinals Minsk, Belarus Decision (29:28) 3 3:00
Wins 2017 IFMA World Championships -67kg Bronze Medal.
2017-05-07 Win Kaveh Soleymani IFMA World Championships 2017, Quarterfinals Minsk, Belarus Decision (30:27) 3 3:00
2017-05-05 Win Bekzhan Matysaev IFMA World Championships 2017, First Round Minsk, Belarus Decision (30:27) 3 3:00
2016-05-28 Win Sitthichot Yutthapong IFMA World Championships 2016, Final Jonkoping, Sweden Decision (29:28) 3 3:00
Wins 2016 IFMA World Championships -67kg Gold Medal.
2016-05-26 Win Sosom Surachai IFMA World Championships 2016, Semifinals Jonkoping, Sweden Decision (30:27) 3 3:00
2016-05-24 Win Fabien Seghiri IFMA World Championships 2016, Quarterfinals Jonkoping, Sweden TKO 1
2015-08- Win Kurt Staiti IFMA World Championships 2015, Final Bangkok, Thailand Decision 3 3:00
Wins 2016 IFMA World Championships -67kg Gold Medal.
2015-08- Win Piya Fueangfu IFMA World Championships 2015, Semifinals Bangkok, Thailand Decision 3 3:00
2015-08- Win Ali Batmaz IFMA World Championships 2015, Quarterfinals Bangkok, Thailand TKO 3
2015-08- Win Dmitry Varats IFMA World Championships 2015, First Round Bangkok, Thailand Decision 3 3:00
2014-05- Loss Ali Batmaz IFMA World Championships 2014, Semifinals Langkawi, Malaysia Decision 3 3:00
Wins 2014 IFMA World Championships -67kg Bronze Medal.
2014-05- Win Marcin Lepkowski IFMA World Championships 2014, Quarterfinals Langkawi, Malaysia Decision 3 3:00
Legend:   Win   Loss   Draw/No contest   Notes

See also

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