Aren Akopyan defeated Azam Gaforov by unanimous decision with scores of 49-46, 49-46, and 50-45 at ACA 203. The victory marks Akopyan's eighth consecutive win and improves his overall record to 20-3-1 with one no contest, including an 11-1 mark in ACA. This dominant performance positions Akopyan as the likely next title challenger in his division. Gaforov's record drops to 17-4 overall and 5-5 in ACA. The post suggests Akopyan has clearly established himself as the top contender.
Aren Akopyan kept his remarkable run going at ACA 203 on May 8, 2026, defeating Azam Gaforov by unanimous decision with scores of 49-46, 49-46, and 50-45 to extend his winning streak to eight consecutive fights.
The victory pushes Akopyan's overall professional record to 20-3-1 with one no contest, and he has been exceptional inside the ACA cage specifically, compiling an 11-1 mark in the promotion. That level of consistency across such a lengthy stretch positions him as the clear frontrunner for a title shot in his division.
Gaforov entered the bout having gone 5-4 in his previous nine ACA appearances, and the loss drops his overall record to 17-4. The scorecards reflected a one-sided affair, with one judge awarding Akopyan a perfect 50-45 tally, underscoring just how thoroughly he controlled the contest.
Why it matters
- Akopyan's eight-fight win streak and 11-1 ACA record make a compelling case for an imminent title opportunity in his division.
- The lopsided scorecards suggest Akopyan is not simply winning but dominating, which carries weight when promotion matchmakers evaluate contender status.
- Gaforov, sitting at 5-5 in ACA following the defeat, faces pressure to reverse his trajectory in the organization.
