[1] In the beginning of his mixed martial arts career, Wuliji fought primarily in Chinese regional scene.
After racking up a record of 9–4, he fought for the Chin Woo Men MMA Professional League Featherweight Championship, which he won in the finals with a submission win over Ye Yuan.
[10] After his release from the UFC, Buren returned to the Chinese regional scene, winning his next three bouts via submission; second round shoulder choke against Aleksandr Lunga at WLF W.A.R.S.
He would lose his next bout at WLF MMA 52 against Keremuaili Maimaitituohati via unanimous decision, before rebounding by winning in 29 seconds via flying knee against Akenbieke Ayijiake.
[11] Nakamura faced Shohei Nose in the quarterfinals of the Bantamweight tournament on June 9, 2022, in Road to UFC Season 1: Episode 4.