Ali Isaev will face Pouya Rahmani in a submission grappling contest at ACB JJ 21 on July 5. The matchup was confirmed for the combat grappling rules format.
Two unbeaten grapplers are set to collide when Ali Isaev meets Pouya Rahmani at ACB JJ 21 on July 5, with the bout confirmed under combat grappling rules.
Isaev enters the match carrying a perfect nine-and-zero record and brings a physically imposing frame to the mat at six-foot-three and 191 cm with a 78-inch reach. The Russian competitor has shown a relentless wrestling-based attack, averaging an extraordinary 28.5 takedowns per 15 minutes across his career, and his striking numbers — when relevant — reflect sharp efficiency at over 60 percent accuracy. That combination of pressure and precision has kept his record spotless heading into this submission grappling setting.
Rahmani, representing the United Arab Emirates, is similarly unblemished at five-and-zero and matches up physically with a six-foot-two, 188 cm build and a reach of 79 inches — a slight edge over Isaev on that measure. At 32 years old, the experienced grappler brings his own undefeated pedigree into what shapes up as a compelling stylistic test under ACB JJ's combat grappling format.
Why it matters
- Two undefeated records collide, meaning one perfect slate ends on July 5
- The combat grappling format blends submission grappling with striking elements, rewarding well-rounded competitors
- Isaev's extraordinary takedown volume will be tested against a grappler who has yet to be beaten
- The result carries weight in the ACB JJ rankings picture for both athletes
