Aslanbek Badaev announced during a live stream that a bout between Artem Reznikov and Zaur Gadzhiev is in development. According to the report, the fight is scheduled for July 17 at ACA 205 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Reznikov currently holds a 7-5 record in ACA, while Gadzhiev is 2-0 in the promotion. The announcement was made on Badaev's channel and has generated fan speculation about the outcome. Official confirmation from ACA has not yet been provided.
A middleweight matchup between Artem Reznikov and Zaur Gadzhiev is reportedly being developed for ACA 205, scheduled for July 17 in Almaty, Kazakhstan, though the promotion has not yet issued official confirmation.
The report originated from a live stream on Aslanbek Badaev's channel, where Badaev announced the bout is in development. Because ACA has not formally confirmed the pairing, the matchup should be treated as unverified at this stage.
According to the report, Reznikov brings a 7-5 record inside the ACA, making him one of the more experienced fighters on the roster in terms of promotional appearances. Gadzhiev, by contrast, has gone 2-0 since joining the organization, carrying an unbeaten run into what would be a significant step up in competition if the fight is finalized.
Why it matters
- A confirmed booking would put an experienced ACA veteran against an undefeated prospect within the promotion, raising the divisional stakes for both men.
- The July 17 date in Almaty places the bout at a high-profile regional card, giving the matchup added visibility.
- Gadzhiev's unbeaten ACA record would face its stiffest test to date against the more seasoned Reznikov.
