A mixed martial arts fighter from Tajikistan Nurullo Aliyev made his debut in the UFC. At UFC Fight Night 220, he defeated Brazilian Rafael Alves (20-12) by majority decision.

Nurullo Aliyev was born in Dushanbe (Tajikistan). In September 2022, he became the first fighter from Tajikistan to sign with the UFC.

The 23-year-old Aliyev has 10 wins and no losses in MMA. His first fight was in 2018.