Kazakh Journeyman Serikpulov’s Unlikely MMA Path

Ruslan Serikpulov, 35, is a fixture of the regional MMA scene in Eurasia whose career rarely surfaces beyond scoreboards and gym walls. Hailing from Almaty, Kazakhstan, and fighting out of BARS, Serikpulov stands 5'6" and carries a record of 19 wins 19 losses 0 draws. Despite the .500 ledger, his activity has earned him a spot at number 339 in the Eurasia rankings and separate listings in Asia Central and Kyrgyzstan, the regions where he has logged at least two bouts among his last six contests.

Serikpulov’s résumé spans two weight classes. While he currently competes at welterweight, his work at lightweight in his most recent fights has kept him ranked in both divisions across every region in which he has fought. It is a testament to his willingness to chase opportunities wherever they arise—a trait that often flies under the radar but defines the journeyman spirit that keeps him in title pictures and matchmaker discussions alike.