Ali Isaev will face Pouya Rahmani in a combat grappling bout at ACB JJ 21 on July 5.
Two undefeated grapplers will collide on the mat when Ali Isaev takes on Pouya Rahmani in a combat grappling bout at ACB JJ 21 on July 5.
Isaev enters the contest with a perfect 9-0-0 record and stands six-foot-three (191 cm) with a 78-inch reach (198 cm). The Russian competitor brings a well-rounded offensive game to the table, landing 5.04 significant strikes per minute at a notable 60.87 percent accuracy. Perhaps most striking is his takedown output, which sits at an extraordinary 28.5 attempts per 15 minutes, underlining just how aggressively he works for control on the ground.
Rahmani, representing the UAE, is equally unblemished with a 5-0-0 record. The 32-year-old stands six-foot-two (188 cm) with an impressive 79-inch reach (201 cm), giving him a slight reach advantage over his opponent despite standing an inch shorter.
Why it matters
- Both fighters enter with undefeated records, meaning someone's perfect slate ends on July 5.
- Isaev's elite takedown volume sets up an intriguing contrast against Rahmani's longer reach, which could be used to maintain distance and control tie-ups.
- A win for either man would represent a significant statement on the ACB JJ circuit and add meaningful momentum to their grappling careers.
