Rafael Fiziev is one step closer to breaking into the top five of the lightweight division, as the promotion has called on him to save the UFC 313 card by stepping in as a last-minute replacement for Dan Hooker against Justin Gaethje. The Kazakh fighter has a chance to redeem himself and avenge his loss to Gaethje at UFC 286. As he prepares for the fight, the MMA community has one question for him.

How much is Rafael Fiziev worth? From his UFC fight payments to endorsement deals, his earnings do paint a diverse picture. Let’s have a closer look at ‘Ataman’s financial world.

Rafael Fiziev’s 2025 net worth and endorsements

Fighting out of Phuket, Thailand, and KillCliff FC, Florida—Rafael Fiziev represents Kazakhstan in his fights under the UFC banner.  As of February 2025, the 12-3 fighter may have a net worth of around $1.5 million. While the figure may not be exact, it accounts for his earnings from UFC fights, sponsorships, and endorsement deals. The Kazakhstan fighter’s popularity is on the rise and the UFC 313 bout against ‘The Highlight’ will significantly increase his stock price in the MMA world.

Coming from a modest middle-class background, Fiziev understands the importance of working for the future. One of his most lucrative pay days came when he clashed against Mateusz Gamrot, where he earned a massive $420,000 despite his loss. It must be noted that for his clash against Justin Gaethje at UFC 286, he earned a substantial $150,000. Well, now that we know about his networth, let us have a closer look at his endorsements and how much he earn through them.

How much does Rafael Fiziev make? UFC earnings

As of March 2025, the fighter has earned $1,036,500 from his fights under the UFC banner. The UFC might pay a substantial amount to the Kazakh fighter because of his last-minute stepping in to fight Justin Gaethje. In terms of sponsors, ‘Ataman’ proudly endorses Goodies Global, a confectionery brand known for its sweet treats and premium protein bars.

Moreover, the fighter has partnered up with Full Violence to sell his own merch on their platform. Additionally, he is a coach at the Tiger Muay Thai gym in Thailand. The fighter teaches Muay Thai and kickboxing in that premium gym.

Being the former 3x Kyrgyzstan Muay Thai Champion, 2009 Junior IFMA World Champion, and 2011 Kazakhstan National Champion, Rafael Fiziev has stacked his MMA resume to the peak. The question is—will he be able to make a comeback from back-to-back defeats? State your thoughts in the comments below.