During a live stream, Aslanbek Badaev announced that a fight between Artem Reznikov (7-5 in ACA) and Zaur Gadzhiev (2-0 in ACA) is in development. According to the post's sources, the bout is scheduled for July 17 at ACA 205 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The announcement comes from Badaev's YouTube channel. Details beyond the basic matchup remain limited at this time. Fans are being polled on who they believe will win the contest.
Reports emerging from a YouTube live stream suggest that a welterweight contest between Artem Reznikov and Zaur Gadzhiev is being put together for ACA 205, with sources pointing to July 17 in Almaty, Kazakhstan as the target date.
The announcement came via Aslanbek Badaev's YouTube channel, where Badaev stated that the matchup is currently in development. No official confirmation from Absolute Championship Akhmat has been issued at this stage, and the bout should be treated as unconfirmed until the promotion makes a formal announcement.
Details on both fighters remain limited within the available data, though Reznikov carries a 7-5 record inside the ACA organization, indicating he is a seasoned presence on the regional circuit. Gadzhiev, by contrast, holds a 2-0 mark in ACA, suggesting he is still building his profile within the promotion.
Why it matters
- ACA 205 in Almaty shapes up as a significant summer card for the promotion, and adding a matchup between an experienced hand and an unbeaten prospect strengthens the event's regional appeal.
- Reznikov's ACA experience gives him a clear edge in organizational familiarity, while Gadzhiev's undefeated ACA record keeps his upward trajectory intact heading into the bout.
- The outcome could have meaningful implications for where both fighters land in ACA's welterweight picture going forward.
Badaev's channel also noted that fans are being polled on their pick for the contest, reflecting early audience interest in the pairing. Further details, including full card placement and official contract status, are expected as July approaches.
