Heili Alateng

Alateng Heili (; born December 14, 1991) is a Chinese mixed martial artist who competes in the Bantamweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Background Following his father's footsteps, Alateng started wrestling in school. Eventually he was spotted by a talent scout and was invited to join a team in Beijing, where he started to develop an interest in mixed martial arts.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Starting his career in 2013, Heili compiled a 12–7–1 record in various Asian organizations, most notably fighting in Road FC, which one of the fights being against future Rizin champ, Kai Asakura. Asakura won the fight after 29 seconds, hitting Heili with a short left hook, followed by a knee strike. Asakura suffered his first career loss to Je Hoon Moon during Road FC 39, losing by way of TKO.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Alatang made his debut on August 31, 2019, at UFC Fight Night 157 against Danaa Batgerel. He won the fight via unanimous decision. This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award.

Alateng faced Ryan Benoit on December 21, 2019, at UFC Fight Night 165. He won the fight via split decision.

Alateng was expected to face Casey Kenney on September 27, 2020 at UFC 253. However, for unknown reasons, it was moved to UFC on ESPN 16 on October 4, 2020. He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Alateng faced Gustavo Lopez on September 18, 2021, at UFC Fight Night 192. The fight ended up with a draw.

Alateng faced Kevin Croom at UFC on ESPN 34 on April 16, 2022. He won the fight via technical knockout early into the first round.

Alateng faced Chad Anheilger on September 10, 2022, at UFC 279. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

Alateng was scheduled to face Rani Yahya on October 14, 2023, at UFC Fight Night 230. However, Yahya withdrew from the bout for undisclosed reasons. In turn, Alateng replaced Montel Jackson to face Chris Gutiérrez at the same event. He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Alateng was scheduled to face Victor Hugo on April 6, 2024 at UFC Fight Night 240. However, Alateng pulled out due to illness on fight week and promotional newcomer Pedro Falcão stepped in as a replacement on three days' notice.

Alateng faced Kleydson Rodrigues on May 18, 2024, at UFC Fight Night 241. He won the fight by unanimous decision.

Alateng faced Da'Mon Blackshear on April 26, 2025 at UFC on ESPN 66. He lost the fight by unanimous decision.

Alateng is scheduled to face John Castañeda on September 26, 2026 at UFC Fight Night 289.

Championships and accomplishments Mixed martial arts Ultimate Fighting Championship Fight of the Night (One time)