Zabit Magomedsharipov set to return on Khamzat Chimaev-headlined card with opponent announced

Magomedsharipov started teasing the idea of a return earlier this year now that it has been seven years since the last time he stepped inside the Octagon.

The Russian went 6-0 in the UFC and was on the cusp of a title shot before walking away from the sport, though it’s clear that he still has an interest in grappling.

Magomedsharipov beat Youssef Zalal in his return in August at ACBJJ 22, but has now joined the ranks of a second grappling promotion.