Absolute Championship Akhmat 193: Kerimov vs. Selimkhanov is a mixed martial arts event held by Absolute Championship Akhmat to be held on October 4, 2025 at the Sport Hall Colosseum in Grozny, Russia.
Fight Card
Main Card
Featherweight Rustam Kerimov vs. Dzhambulat Zelimkhanov 145 lbs
Featherweight Yusup-Khadzhi Zubariev vs. Kurban Taygibov 145 lbs
Bantamweight Rasul Albaskhanov vs. Goga Shamatava 135 lbs
Lightweight Magomed Sulumov vs. Mikhail Odintsov 155 lbs
Middleweight Ruslan Shamilov vs. Gadzhimurad Khiramagomedov 185 lbs
Preliminary Card
Light Heavyweight Arbi Aguev vs. Artur Astakhov 205 lbs
Flyweight Mansur Khatuev vs. Ruslan Abiltarov 125 lbs
Middleweight Murad Abdulaev vs. Anderson Gonçalves 185 lbs
Flyweight Murad Zeinulabidov vs. Saygid Abdulaev 125 lbs
Featherweight Ortsa Gudaev vs. Gadzhimurad Aliev 145 lbs
Welterweight Tagir Magomedov vs. Movsar Baymaskhanov 170 lbs
Lightweight Alikhan Musaev vs. Mikhail Egorov 155 lbs
Bantamweight Magomed Sardalov vs. Mekhroch Mamadshoev 135 lbs
Bantamweight Asvad Akhmadov vs. Mkhitar Barseghyan 135 lbs
Lightweight Islam Isaev vs. Valeriy Dashkevich 155 lbs
Bantamweight Islam Yunusov vs. Sharapudin Magomedov 135 lbs
Background
A featherweight bout between former ACA Bantamweight Champion Rustam Kerimov and Dzhambulat Zelimkhanov is scheduled to headline the event.
The Iron Man Returns: Kerimov vs. Zelimkhanov Headlines Massive Showdown
A phenomenal night of MMA awaits as the Featherweight division takes center stage, headlined by the return of one of the sport's most dominant figures, Rustam "The Iron Man" Kerimov (21-1), as he faces the dangerous contender Dzhambulat Zelimkhanov (15-3).
Kerimov, known for his relentless pace, powerful striking, and high-level Dagestani wrestling, has amassed a near-perfect record over his career, only tasting defeat once in a razor-close decision. Now fighting at 145 pounds, he aims to cement his place as the world's best Featherweight. Standing in his way is Zelimkhanov, a powerful striker nicknamed "Braveheart," who has demonstrated impressive finishing ability with a mix of knockouts and submissions on his path to the top. This five-round main event is a classic stylistic clash of elite pressure versus unpredictable finishing power.
Main Card Battles Set to Explode
The card is deep with high-stakes matchups across multiple weight classes:
Lightweight Grudge Match: The Main Card features a guaranteed slugfest when top-30 Lightweights Magomed Sulumov (12-4) meets Mikhail Odintsov (20-3). With both men possessing heavy hands and aggressive styles, this 155-pound contest is unlikely to reach the final bell.
Light Heavyweight Collision: In the 205-pound division, veterans clash as the highly experienced Arbi Aguev (38-13) battles Artur Astakhov (22-11). With both fighters known for their knockout finishes, this bout promises spectacular, cage-rattling action.
Flyweight Fire: The 125-pound division opens the Main Card as the surging Rasul Albaskhanov (15-7) takes on the always-exciting Goga Shamatava (22-13). Albaskhanov's ground game against Shamatava's striking will make for a frantic, dynamic affair.
With a stacked preliminary card featuring 10 thrilling bouts, including standout performances from rising stars like Alikhan Musaev and Mekhroch Mamadshoev, this event is truly a showcase of global MMA talent from top to bottom.
