Muhammad Mokaev has withdrawn from his scheduled bout against Adriano Moraes. Undefeated fighter Fumi Enkuta (11-0) will step in as a replacement opponent for Moraes. The fight is scheduled for May 17 under the MVP promotion banner. The matchup maintains its intrigue as Enkuta brings an unblemished record into the contest. Details regarding Mokaev's withdrawal were not provided in the announcement. The replacement ensures the event will proceed as planned with a competitive bout.
Muhammad Mokaev has been forced out of his flyweight matchup against Adriano Moraes, with undefeated prospect Fumi Enkuta stepping in as a late replacement. The bout is set for May 17 under the MVP promotion banner.
Mokaev, known as "The Punisher," entered the original booking as one of the sport's most compelling unbeaten fighters. The 25-year-old Englishman out of KHK MMA carries a perfect 13-0-0 record and has built his reputation on a relentless grappling-heavy style. He averages 5.29 takedowns per 15 minutes and lands 1.61 significant strikes per minute, with a striking accuracy of 45 percent. Standing five-foot-seven with a 70-inch reach, the orthodox fighter has given opponents little room to breathe at flyweight. No details surrounding the reason for his withdrawal were provided in the announcement.
Stepping into his place is Fumi Enkuta, who carries an unblemished 11-0-0 record into the contest. Enkuta's undefeated mark makes him a credible stand-in and ensures the Moraes matchup retains genuine competitive weight despite the late change.
Why it matters
- Mokaev's withdrawal removes one of flyweight's most highly regarded unbeaten fighters from a marquee MVP matchup
- Enkuta's perfect 11-0 record means Moraes still faces a fighter with everything to prove and nothing to lose
- The last-minute swap could affect momentum and preparation for both men heading into May 17
- Mokaev's reasons for pulling out remain undisclosed, leaving questions about his near-term availability
