Khadis Ibragimov Debuts in ACA Against Undefeated Matsola

Khadis Ibragimov is highlighted as one of the best Russian fighters at rebuilding his career after UFC struggles. After leaving the UFC in 2020 with a 0-4 record, Ibragimov has since compiled approximately 13-3-3 across 19 fights under various rulesets. He claims to have increased his fight purse by 4-5 times compared to his UFC earnings, now reportedly making 5-6 million rubles per fight. Ibragimov will make his ACA debut on April 12 against undefeated Daniil Matsola (7-0), who is 12 kg lighter. The article contrasts Ibragimov's post-UFC success with other Russian fighters who struggled after leaving the promotion. The piece notes that while Ibragimov has been successful against lower-level opposition, he has been inconsistent against strong opponents.