Aleksandra Albu


Aleksandra Albu or Alexandra Albu is a Moldovan-born Russian mixed martial artist. She went to represent Russia after several years of training in Moscow.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Alexandra Albu has competed in karate, crossfit, and bodybuilding competitions.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Albu was expected to make her promotional debut against Julie Kedzie at UFC Fight Night 33 on December 6, 2013. However, Albu was forced to pull out of the bout due to a knee injury.
Albu made her eventual debut on April 11, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 64 against Izabela Badurek. Albu defeated Badurek in the second round with a guillotine choke.
In July 2017 after a two year hiatus, Albu returned to UFC with a match against American fighter Kailin Curran. Albu won by unanimous decision.
Albu faced Emily Whitmire on February 17, 2019 at. She lost the fight via submission in the first round.
Albu faced promotional newcomer Loma Lookboonmee on October 26, 2019 at UFC on ESPN+ 20. She lost the fight via split decision.

Personal life

Albu is currently a student at the Academy of Intellectual Property.
Her nickname, Stitch, comes from the fictional character Stitch from the movie Lilo & Stitch.

Mixed martial arts record