Ali Isaev is scheduled to face Pouya Rahmani in a submission grappling bout at ACBJJ 21 on July 5.
Two unbeaten grapplers will collide when Ali Isaev meets Pouya Rahmani in a submission grappling match at ACBJJ 21 on July 5.
Isaev enters the bout carrying a perfect 9-0-0 professional record. The Russian stands six-foot-three with a 78-inch reach and brings a notably aggressive wrestling-based game to the mat, having averaged 28.5 takedowns per 15 minutes in his career. His striking accuracy of nearly 61 percent in MMA competition underscores his overall athleticism, though the submission grappling format will place the emphasis squarely on his ground control and finishing ability.
Rahmani, representing the United Arab Emirates, is equally unblemished at 5-0-0. The 32-year-old stands six-foot-two with a 79-inch reach — giving him a slight edge in that department — and brings his own undefeated slate into what shapes up as a compelling stylistic test.
Why it matters
- Both competitors arrive undefeated, meaning someone's perfect record ends on July 5.
- The reach advantage belongs to Rahmani at 79 inches versus Isaev's 78 inches, a marginal but relevant factor in controlling distance on the mat.
- Isaev's elite takedown volume will be tested against a submission grappling ruleset that rewards finishing, not just positional dominance.
- A strong performance from either man could raise their profile ahead of potential MMA bookings at a higher level.
