ACA bantamweight champion Zhosiel Silva (12-6-1NC) will defend his title against undefeated contender Renat Ondar (6-0) on July 17 at ACA 205 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The announcement was made by ACA president Magomed Bibulatov. Silva will be making his first title defense against the rising prospect Ondar, who has maintained a perfect record in the organization. The bantamweight division matchup promises to be a significant test for both fighters.
ACA bantamweight champion Zhosiel Silva will put his title on the line against undefeated contender Renat Ondar on July 17 at ACA 205 in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with the bout officially announced by ACA president Magomed Bibulatov.
Silva enters the contest as the reigning bantamweight titleholder, and this will mark his first defense of the championship. The Brazilian carries a record of 12-6-1 NC into the fight, a resume that reflects years of experience at the highest levels of the regional circuit.
Ondar stands across from him as one of the division's most compelling rising prospects. The contender enters ACA 205 with a perfect 6-0 record and has yet to taste defeat inside the organization, building his unbeaten ledger entirely within the promotion.
Why it matters
- Silva's first title defense raises the stakes considerably — a loss would immediately end his reign after a single successful campaign
- Ondar's unblemished record inside ACA gives him legitimate momentum heading into the biggest fight of his career
- The bout takes place in Almaty, Kazakhstan, which figures to create a charged atmosphere for a contender who has developed his following within the region
- A win for either man would firmly establish the bantamweight division's direction heading into the second half of 2026
