AJ McKee improved his record to 25-2 with a unanimous decision victory over Salamat Isbulayev at PFL San Diego, earning scores of 30-27 on all three judges' cards. The win extends McKee's winning streak to three fights. Isbulayev suffered the first loss of his career, dropping to 10-1.
AJ McKee picked up a dominant unanimous decision win over Salamat Isbulayev at PFL San Diego on June 28, with all three judges scoring the bout 30-27 in his favor.
McKee, known as "Mercenary," improved his overall professional record to 25-2 with the victory, extending his current winning streak to three consecutive fights. The 178-centimeter fighter has built a reputation as a well-rounded threat, and his statistical profile reflects that versatility — he averages 11.01 takedowns and 11 submission attempts per 15 minutes, making him one of the more active grapplers in his division. His striking volume sits at 2.75 significant strikes landed per minute.
Isbulayev, by contrast, suffered the first defeat of his professional career, falling to 10-1. The unbeaten record he carried into the bout had represented one of the more compelling storylines heading into the fight, and its end marks a significant moment in his development as a professional fighter.
Why it matters
- McKee's three-fight win streak reinforces his position as a legitimate contender at his weight class
- Isbulayev's first career loss will reset expectations around his trajectory in the division
- The lopsided scorecards suggest McKee controlled large portions of the contest, which may elevate his standing in future matchmaking discussions
