Zabit Magomedsharipov will compete under grappling rules at an upcoming ACB JJ tournament. The event, ACB JJ 21, is scheduled for July 5 in Moscow. This marks Magomedsharipov's continued activity in grappling competition outside of MMA. The announcement was made through the league's official channel. No opponent has been named at this time.
Zabit Magomedsharipov is set to step onto the mats in Moscow, with ACB Jiu-Jitsu announcing the Russian featherweight will compete at ACB JJ 21 on July 5. No opponent has been named for his grappling appearance, which was confirmed through the league's official channel.
Magomedsharipov, 35, holds an 18-1-0 professional MMA record and trains out of Ricardo Almeida Jiu-Jitsu, making grappling competition a natural extension of his preparation. Standing six-foot-one with a 73-inch reach, the orthodox Russian was long regarded as one of the featherweight division's most dynamic talents. His MMA numbers reflect a well-rounded skillset: he averages 4.89 significant strikes landed per minute at 48 percent accuracy, while also posting a strong 5.22 takedowns per 15 minutes. His participation in ACB JJ 21 continues a pattern of staying active in submission grappling formats outside of MMA.
Why it matters
- Magomedsharipov's grappling appearances keep him competitive and sharp on the ground between MMA bouts
- His Ricardo Almeida Jiu-Jitsu affiliation gives him credible credentials heading into a dedicated grappling format
- No opponent named yet means the full weight of the matchup's divisional or stylistic stakes remains unclear
- Moscow provides a home-crowd setting for the Russian, who carries significant regional following
