ACB JJ promotion has announced a grappling match between Yusuf Raisov and Arman Tsarukyan scheduled for 2026. The announcement confirms the bout will take place sometime during the year, though the exact date has not yet been specified. Both fighters are expected to compete in what will be a pure grappling contest rather than an MMA bout. Further details about the event are expected to be released at a later time.
ACB JJ has officially announced a grappling match between Yusuf Raisov and UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan, set to take place at some point during 2026. The promotion confirmed the contest will be a pure grappling bout rather than an MMA fight, with a specific date yet to be revealed.
Tsarukyan, known by his nickname "Ahalkalakets," is currently the number-one ranked lightweight in the UFC at 29 years old. The Russia-born fighter, who trains out of American Top Team, carries a professional MMA record of 23-3-0 and has built a reputation as one of the most well-rounded competitors in the 155-pound division. Standing five-foot-seven with a 72-inch reach, he lands 3.85 significant strikes per minute at 50 percent accuracy and averages 3.26 takedowns per 15 minutes, making him a credible and dangerous presence in a grappling format.
Verified data for Raisov was not available at the time of publication, and further details about the event are expected to be announced at a later date.
Why it matters
- Tsarukyan's takedown volume and grappling pedigree make this a genuine test for any submission specialist
- The cross-sport contest gives the top-ranked UFC lightweight rare competitive mat time outside of MMA
- ACB JJ continues to attract high-profile combat sports names, raising the event's profile heading into 2026
