Tagir Magomedov secured a split decision victory over Alexey Kunchenko with scorecards reading 29-28, 28-29, and 30-27 at ACA 203. Magomedov, who is the brother of ACA light heavyweight champion Muslim Magomedov, improved his record to 11-2 and has now won two consecutive fights in the promotion. The 42-year-old Kunchenko saw his four-fight winning streak come to an end, dropping his record to 25-6. This was a significant win for the younger Magomedov as he continues to build his career in ACA.
Tagir Magomedov picked up a notable victory at ACA 203 on May 8, 2026, defeating veteran welterweight Alexey Kunchenko by split decision. The judges' scorecards read 29-28, 28-29, and 30-27, reflecting a closely contested bout that ultimately went in Magomedov's favor.
Magomedov improved his professional record to 11-2 with the win, securing back-to-back victories inside the ACA promotion. He is the brother of ACA light heavyweight champion Muslim Magomedov, and the result signals that the family name carries weight across multiple divisions in the organization.
Kunchenko, 42, entered the contest riding a four-fight winning streak, bringing a wealth of experience and a record of 25-6 into the cage. The veteran was unable to extend that run, however, as the judges' majority view favored the younger man. The loss drops Kunchenko to 25-6 and snaps what had been an impressive run of form for the longtime ACA staple.
Why it matters
- Magomedov's second straight ACA win strengthens his position within the promotion's welterweight ranks.
- Ending Kunchenko's four-fight streak against a proven 25-win veteran adds meaningful credibility to the result.
- The split nature of the decision suggests Kunchenko remains a competitive force at 42, even in defeat.
- With Muslim Magomedov holding gold at light heavyweight, Tagir's continued progress raises the profile of the family within ACA.
