Islam Dulatov

Career Professional fashion model

Dulatov's eldest brother, Djibril, who had established a successful career as a model for prestigious fashion brands such as Lavin, Gucci and Alexander McQueen, played a pivotal role in shaping the paths of his younger brothers. When his brothers Islam, Sulumbek, and Tamerlan turned 18, Djibril introduced them to the world of modeling, effectively influencing their decision to pursue careers in fashion. Despite their modeling careers, the brothers chose to maintain their dedication to mixed martial arts (MMA), continuing their rigorous training and competing in the sport. This decision led them to forgo higher education, focusing instead in both modeling and MMA.

Dulatov walked for fashion designers such as Gucci, Lavin and Tommy Hilfiger, Hugo Boss and appeared in the British Vogue as one of the top 10 male models in 2018. and many others.

Mixed martial arts Early career After compiling an amateur record of 4–1, Dulatov started his professional MMA career in 2019. He amassed a professional record of 10–1 prior participating in Dana White's Contender Series. He won the fight in round one via knockout. With the win, Dulatov was offered a UFC contract.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Dulatov was scheduled to face Adam Fugitt on February 22, 2025, at UFC Fight Night 252. However, he was forced to withdraw due to a serious injury and was replaced by Billy Goff. In turn, the bout was scrapped during fight week as Fugitt pulled out due to injury.

The bout between Dulatov and Fugitt was rescheduled and took place on July 19, 2025, at UFC 318. Dulatov won the fight by knockout in the first round. This fight earned him his first Performance of the Night award.

Dulatov was scheduled to face Wellington Turman on July 25, 2026 at UFC Fight Night 282. However, Dulatov withdrew from the bout just hours before the event due to illness and the matchup was cancelled.

Personal life Dulatov and his three brothers invested in a hairdressing salon, owned a bar named "J'adore Lounge" in Düsseldorf and are planning to open a gym, restaurant and launching a clothing brand in the near future. published a post providing visual evidence that a luxury watch displayed by Islam Dulatov was a counterfeit replica. Immediately following this public exposure, Dulatov restricted his previously public Instagram profile to private and disabled the comment function to prevent further discourse on the matter.

Antisemitism and conspiracy theories

Islam Dulatov and his brothers Tamerlan and Djibril shared antisemitic content and conspiracy theories on social media platforms, according to an investigation by the anti‑fascism organization Belltower.News.

Islam Dulatov also posted a quote from Nazi Reichminister Hermann Göring in April 2021, writing "...history is repeating itself..." without clarifying his intended meaning.

Championships and accomplishments Mixed martial arts

Ultimate Fighting Championship Performance of the Night (One time)