The ACB JJ promotion announced a grappling match between Yusuf Raisov and Arman Tsarukyan scheduled for 2026. The exact date has not yet been specified. Details about the ruleset and specific event remain limited at this time. This represents a high-profile grappling crossover between the two fighters outside of standard MMA competition.
ACB JJ has announced a grappling match between Yusuf Raisov and Arman Tsarukyan, set to take place at some point in 2026. The promotion confirmed the bout but has not yet revealed a specific date, ruleset, or event details. The contest marks a notable crossover for both competitors outside of standard MMA competition.
Arman Tsarukyan, 29, is one of the most dangerous fighters in the UFC lightweight division, currently ranked number one as a contender. The Russia-born, American Top Team product carries a professional MMA record of 23-3-0 and has built a reputation as a relentless, well-rounded threat. Standing five-foot-seven with a 72-inch reach, Tsarukyan blends heavy offensive output with a strong wrestling base. He lands 3.85 significant strikes per minute at 50 percent accuracy and averages 3.26 takedowns per 15 minutes, making him equally dangerous on the feet and on the mat. Grappling-specific competition will give him a platform to showcase that ground game in a pure submission-wrestling context.
Verified data for Yusuf Raisov was not available in the AgentMMA database at the time of publication.
Why it matters
- Tsarukyan is the number-one ranked lightweight contender, so any high-profile appearance outside the UFC draws significant attention to his grappling credentials
- A pure grappling format strips away the striking dimension that defines much of Tsarukyan's MMA success, placing greater emphasis on his submission and positional skills
- ACB JJ events have become a credible stage for elite combat sports crossovers, and landing a fighter of Tsarukyan's divisional standing raises the profile of the promotion
- No date or ruleset has been confirmed, meaning key competitive details for this matchup are still outstanding
