Ali Isaev is scheduled to face Pouya Rahmani in a submission grappling bout at ACB JJ 21 on July 5.
Two undefeated grapplers will meet on the mat when Ali Isaev takes on Pouya Rahmani in a submission grappling contest at ACB JJ 21 on July 5.
Isaev enters the matchup with a perfect 9-0-0 record and stands six-foot-three with a 78-inch reach. The Russian competitor has shown dominant wrestling credentials in his career, averaging an eye-catching 28.5 takedowns per 15 minutes alongside a striking accuracy of nearly 61 percent. Those numbers paint the picture of a physically imposing, pressure-based competitor who excels at controlling opponents on the ground.
Rahmani is equally unblemished, carrying a 5-0-0 record into the contest. The UAE-based competitor stands six-foot-two with a reach of 79 inches, giving him a slight extension advantage over his opponent. At 32 years old, Rahmani brings experience to the pairing.
Why it matters
- Both men are undefeated, meaning one perfect record ends on July 5.
- Isaev's extraordinary takedown volume will be tested against Rahmani's length and reach advantage.
- A submission grappling format removes the striking element, placing the entire contest on the mat where Isaev has built his reputation.
- The outcome could elevate the winner into more prominent grappling competition on the ACB JJ circuit.
