Hasbulla Magomedov is a social media personality from Makhachkala, in Dagestan, Russia. He is best known online as Hasbulla, Hasbik, and “Mini Khabib.”
He became famous through short, funny videos built around mixed martial arts (MMA) culture. He is an adult in his twenties, even though his small stature often leads new viewers to mistake him for a child.
The short answer
Hasbulla is an entertainer and influencer, not a professional UFC fighter. His fame started on Instagram and TikTok, then grew through appearances at major MMA events and collaborations with well-known fighters.
The nickname “Mini Khabib” is a fan label. It refers to his resemblance, in style and mannerisms, to former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. It does not mean they are related.
Who is Hasbulla?
- Name: Hasbulla Magomedov
- Also known as: Hasbulla, Hasbik, “Mini Khabib”
- From: Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia
- Known for: Short MMA-themed videos, pranks, and UFC event appearances
- Role in MMA: Entertainer and promoter, not a competing UFC fighter
Hasbulla grew up in Dagestan, a region with a strong combat-sports culture. That background shaped the humour in his early videos, which often copied the confident talk, staredowns, and weigh-in routines of MMA stars.
His clips spread quickly because they were short, confident, and easy to share. Viewers who had never followed Dagestani MMA suddenly knew his face, voice, and catchphrases.
How old is Hasbulla, and why do sources disagree?
Hasbulla is an adult in his twenties. Sources do not agree on his exact birth year, with some giving 2002 and others giving 2003.
This article does not state an exact birth date, because no single date is reliably settled across credible sources. Readers should treat any precise birthday quoted elsewhere with caution.
The same caution applies to his medical background. Reports widely link his short stature to a growth-related condition, often described as growth hormone deficiency. Hasbulla himself has not publicly set out a confirmed formal diagnosis in detail, so this article does not present a specific diagnosis as settled fact.
What is clear is simpler: his appearance is not a reliable guide to his age. He is an adult creator making adult career decisions, and his content should be judged on that basis.
Why is he called “Mini Khabib?”
The nickname came from fans and the MMA community, not from family ties.
Hasbulla imitated Khabib Nurmagomedov’s walk, talk, and fighting persona in early videos. He also appeared alongside Khabib and other Dagestani fighters, which strengthened the association in viewers’ minds.
Key points to keep straight:
- Khabib Nurmagomedov is a retired former UFC lightweight champion.
- Hasbulla is not Khabib’s son, brother, or other relative.
- They share a Dagestani MMA connection, not a family connection.
- “Mini Khabib” describes a public image, not a blood relationship.
The old claim that Hasbulla is Khabib’s daughter or son is false. So is any suggestion that the two share a father-son fighting career.
How did Hasbulla become famous?
Hasbulla began posting on Instagram in late 2020. His MMA parodies, playful callouts, and confident persona soon moved onto TikTok and YouTube, where clips were shared far beyond Russia.
Several moments pushed him further into the mainstream:
- Viral parodies of UFC press conferences and weigh-ins.
- Playful online exchanges with fighters, including Conor McGregor and Henry Cejudo.
- A high-profile appearance at UFC 267 in Abu Dhabi in October 2021, where he met UFC president Dana White.
- Regular appearances at later UFC events and in UFC-related promotional content.
In September 2022, reports said Hasbulla had signed a five-year promotional deal with the UFC. The reported role was appearances and media activity, not fighting in the octagon.
He later clarified that distinction himself: he was promoting fights, not competing as a UFC fighter. Any claim that he signed a deal to fight in the UFC should not be taken at face value.
What about the Hasbulla vs. Abdu Rozik fight?
In 2021, Hasbulla was linked to a much-talked-about contest against Abdu Rozik, a singer and social media personality from Tajikistan. Promoter Asxab Tamaev promoted pre-fight videos and face-offs, and a date in May 2021 was widely discussed online.
No verified full fight footage was released, and the bout never developed into a confirmed, completed professional contest. Later reports said talks broke down, and the two men went on to separate projects.
The proposed fight also drew serious criticism at the time. Uliana Podpalnaya, head of Russia’s Dwarf Athletic Association, called the idea unethical and said it was a show meant to make people laugh, not a serious sporting contest.
That criticism matters for how the story should be told. The pre-fight clips were entertainment and promotion. They were not proof of a completed fight, and they should not be presented as one.
What does Hasbulla do now?
Hasbulla works mainly as an influencer and entertainer. His work includes:
- Short-form videos and social media appearances
- Brand partnerships and merchandise
- UFC event appearances and promotional content
- Collaborations with fighters, creators, and other public figures
His exact follower counts change often, so this article does not quote a single live total as a fixed fact. His reach is best described in general terms: millions of followers across Instagram and TikTok, with individual clips reaching far larger audiences through reshares.
Common myths about Hasbulla
Myth: He is a child
No. He is an adult in his twenties. His stature explains why some viewers get this wrong, but it does not change his age.
Myth: He is Khabib Nurmagomedov’s son
No. “Mini Khabib” is a nickname. The two men are not family.
Myth: He is a UFC fighter
No. His UFC work has been promotional. He has not had a UFC fighting career.
Myth: He fought Abdu Rozik in a confirmed professional bout
No verified full fight has been released. The 2021 promotion produced face-offs and clips, not a confirmed completed contest.
Myth: His height proves a specific medical diagnosis
Reports often mention a growth-related condition, but a precise diagnosis has not been reliably confirmed in public detail. It is safer to say his stature is widely reported as linked to a growth condition, without naming a diagnosis as fact.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hasbulla related to Khabib Nurmagomedov?
No. They are both connected to Dagestani MMA, and they have appeared together, but they are not related. “Mini Khabib” is a fan nickname.
How tall is Hasbulla?
Reports commonly put his height at around 3 feet 4 inches (about 102 cm). Small differences appear across sources, so that figure should be read as approximate, not exact.
Did Hasbulla sign with the UFC?
Reports in September 2022 said he signed a five-year promotional deal covering appearances and media work. That is different from signing to fight in the UFC, and no UFC fighting debut followed.
Did the Hasbulla vs. Abdu Rozik fight happen?
A full, verified fight was never released. The 2021 promotion is best described as a heavily publicised face-off and pre-fight stunt that did not become a confirmed completed bout.
Why do people still search for Hasbulla?
His mix of MMA humour, confident persona, and high-profile event appearances made him one of the most recognisable faces in online fight culture. New clips, event appearances, and reshares keep introducing him to new audiences.
