Baisangur Susurkaev Biography - ESPN
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Overview
- Baisangur Susurkaev, also known as “Hunter,” is a Russian mixed martial artist competing in UFC. He rose to prominence after earning a UFC contract on Dana White’s Contender Series and has since fought in the UFC with a rising undefeated trajectory.[5][9]
- He has been associated with Khamzat Chimaev’s training circle and is often described as a teammate or training partner of Chimaev, which has drawn media attention as part of Chimaev’s training ecosystem.[4][6][8]
Latest publicly reported events (as of late 2025–early 2026)
- UFC appearances and planning: Reports indicated he was scheduled for UFC 322 (Nov 15, 2025) with a bout against Eric McConico, following wins that built his early UFC record. The coverage described his path from DWCS to a quick UFC debut and then a looming second UFC appearance.[2][3][5]
- Fight results: He won his UFC 328 bout by submission at Newark in May 2026, extending his undefeated streak. This was reported as a notable third-round submission finish that reinforced his unbeaten record.[2]
- Background and profile: Media outlets have provided background snapshots—ethnicity, nationality, and his development within Chimaev’s team—though details vary by source, and some articles emphasize his sudden rise and stylistic tendencies (e.g., ground-based submission threat, heavy striking base).[8][4]
Notes and cautions
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