- Youssef Zalal is the currently a ranked UFC featherweight contender.
- Zalal has an MMA record of 18 wins, five losses, and one draw.
- Zalal is coming off a first-round submission win over Josh Emmett last Oct. 4 at UFC 320 in Las Vegas.
Moroccan MMA star Youssef Zalal has quietly and steadily become a top contender in the UFC featherweight division. His elite grappling and constantly improving striking skills have helped him crack a spot in the division’s rankings.
When he returns inside the octagon, his MMA odds will be available at BetMGM’s sportsbook. But who will he face next, and when will it happen? Find out below.
When Is Youssef Zalal’s Next Fight?
Zalal’s next opponent is yet to be determined, but he’s likely to face another contender in the top five rankings of the 145-pound weight class. He’s also coming off a first-round submission win over Josh Emmett at UFC 320 on Oct. 4, which took place inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Youssef Zalal’s MMA Record and Statistics
- MMA record: 18-5-1
- Wins by TKO/KO: 4
- Wins by decision: 4
- Striking accuracy: 51%
- Significant strikes landed per minute: 3.07
- Significant strikes absorbed: 1.80
- Takedown average per 15 minutes: 2.09
- Submission average per 15 minutes: 1.32
- Significant strikes defense: 67%
- Takedown defense: 59%
- Knockdown average: 0.22
- Average fight time: 12:26
Youssef Zalal’s Notable WinsÂ
Zalal’s notable wins in the UFC were against Austin Lingo, Jordan Griffin, Peter Barrett, Billy Quarantillo, Jarno Errens, Jack Shore, and Calvin Kattar.
Youssef Zalal’s UFC Earnings
Zalal’s estimated UFC earnings are not publicly known, but in his fight against Kattar, he secured $120,000.
Youssef Zalal’s Team and Corner
Zalal is part of FactoryX Muay Thai in Englewood, Colorado, where Kru Marc Montoya is the head coach.
Aside from Zalal, other active UFC fighters from the team are Brandon Royval, Dustin Jacoby, and Chris Gutierrez.
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