Vagaev vs Gasanov being developed for UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25

A bout between Abubakar Vagaev and Magomedrasul Gasanov is being negotiated for the UFC event in Abu Dhabi on July 25. The report comes from Vestnik MMA with sources confirming ongoing negotiations. The post humorously notes this could result in 15 minutes of grappling, referencing both fighters' wrestling-heavy styles. This would mark the UFC debuts for both former ACA competitors. The matchup has generated significant interest in the Russian MMA community as fans had long anticipated this fight even during their ACA tenure.