Ali Isaev will face Pouya Rahmani in a submission grappling bout at ACB JJ 21 on July 5.
Two undefeated grapplers will collide when Ali Isaev takes on Pouya Rahmani in a submission grappling match at ACB JJ 21 on July 5.
Isaev enters the contest with a perfect nine-and-zero record and brings an imposing physical frame to the mat, standing six-foot-three at 191 cm with a 78-inch reach. The Russian competitor has shown an extraordinary ability to get opponents to the ground, averaging 28.5 takedowns per 15 minutes across his career. His striking numbers are also noteworthy — a 60.87 percent accuracy rate and 5.04 significant strikes landed per minute — though in a submission grappling format it is his wrestling and ground control that will take center stage.
Rahmani, representing the United Arab Emirates, brings his own unblemished five-and-zero record into the matchup. Standing six-foot-two at 188 cm with a reach of 79 inches, he actually holds a slight length advantage over his opponent. At 32 years old, Rahmani carries experience into the bout alongside his undefeated slate.
Why it matters
- Two undefeated competitors meet, meaning one perfect record must end on July 5.
- Isaev's elite takedown volume sets up a potential clash of styles against Rahmani's guard and submission game.
- The bout adds a high-profile grappling matchup to ACB JJ 21, a promotion that continues to attract accomplished no-gi competitors.
- A win for either fighter would strengthen their standing in the submission grappling community heading into the second half of 2026.
