HIBAPRESS-RABAT
HM King Mohammed VI has decided to grant Moroccan nationality to two international mixed martial arts (UFC) fighters, the brothers Ismail and Islam Nurdiyev, originally from Chechnya, as part of an important step which reflects the strategic orientations of the Kingdom in terms of strengthening the national sports scene.
The official decision relating to this appointment was published in the Official Bulletin, number 7469, on November 4, 2024, thus strengthening Morocco’s position on the world sports scene.
Ismail, 28, and his younger brother Islam, 18, are two of the biggest names in the UFC world, having risen to stardom thanks to their exceptional performances in the ring.
This decision reflects the Kingdom’s desire to support this global sport and opens a new horizon for young Moroccan fighters in this field.
