1. Batu Khasikov previously served as a Russian Federation Senator from 2012 to 2014 and Member of the People's Khural from 2008 to 2012.
13 Facts About Batu Khasikov
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Batu Khasikov was born to an ethnically diverse family, with his father being a Kalmyk and his mother a Tatar.
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Batu Khasikov's wife, Elena Khasikova, is a fashion designer who graduated from the Ufa State University of Economics and Service with a degree in hotel management in 2009 and in 2013 from the Lesgaft National State University of Physical Education, Sport and Health with a degree in athleticism.
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On 5 August 2020, Khasikov became one of the first Governors in Russia to be diagnosed with the novel coronavirus.
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Batu Khasikov graduated from the Moscow State Pedagogical University, the faculty of physical culture.
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Batu Khasikov continued postgraduate study in Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration.
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Batu Khasikov was born in Moscow, and later in his childhood he moved to Lagan, in the Republic of Kalmykia.
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In October 2007, Batu Khasikov defeated Ricardo Fernandes from Portugal, in November 2007, he defeated Harris Norwood, in and November 2010, he won a victory over Fabio Corelli.
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In 2011, Batu Khasikov defeated renowned kickboxers Albert Kraus and Mike Zambidis in K-1.
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On 4 May 2012 on MMA festival "The battle of Kalmykia" Batu Khasikov defeated Warren Stevelmans.
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Batu Khasikov is the leader of the "For a Healthy Country" civic organization.
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Batu Khasikov was sanctioned by the UK government in 2022 in relation to the Russo-Ukrainian War.
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Batu Khasikov is the promoter and co-founder of Eurasia Fight Nights.