Amir Albazi isn’t the loudest voice in the UFC flyweight division, but he’s quickly turned into one of its biggest threats. The Baghdad-born contender has climbed the rankings the hard way — steady wins, sharp grappling, and just enough striking to keep opponents guessing.
Born October 27, 1993, Albazi’s story stretches far beyond the cage. He left Baghdad for Syria at seven, then moved to Sweden, and later to London to train and study. Those moves shaped “The Prince,” giving him the resilience that now drives every fight he takes.
At 5’5” (165 cm) with a 68-inch reach, Albazi is built perfectly for flyweight. He pushes forward, hunts for openings, and when the fight hits the mat, he makes opponents pay. That style has earned him key wins — and a growing fanbase. His Instagram just topped 200,000 followers, and while his X (Twitter) feed has been quiet since June 2025, every time he fights, his name spikes in the UFC flyweight rankings talk.
His breakout moment came in June 2023 when he edged Kai Kara-France in a five-round split-decision main event. That win launched him into the title conversation. He later faced former champ Brandon Moreno, losing a razor-close decision on the cards — but he showed he could hang with the very best.
Now Albazi headlines UFC Fight Night: Albazi vs. Taira on August 2, 2025, in Las Vegas. Across from him is Japan’s Tatsuro Taira, coming off a split-decision loss to Brandon Royval last year. The stakes are huge: a win could line Albazi up for a title shot — and a chance to become the UFC’s first Iraqi-born champion.
From his early runs in ONE and Bellator to his gritty main event win over Kara-France, Amir Albazi hasn’t been chasing hype — he’s been grinding for the throne. And this next fight might be the one that puts the crown within reach.
