Absolute Championship Akhmat 199 - Polpudnikov vs. Magomedov is a mixed martial arts event held by Absolute Championship Akhmat to be held on January 16, 2026 at the Basket-Hall Krasnodar in Krasnodar, Russia.
Fight Card
Main Card
Lightweight Alexey Polpudnikov vs. Rasul Magomedov 155 lbs
Middleweight Artem Frolov vs. Ramazan Emeev 185 lbs
Lightweight Abdul-Rakhman Temirov vs. Mukhamed Kokov 155 lbs
Heavyweight Vadim Ogar vs. Zaur Gadzhiev 265 lbs
Featherweight Zhora Ayvazyan vs. Bagdos Olzhabay 145 lbs
Preliminary Card
Featherweight Bagama Nikabagamaev vs. Gleb Khabibullin 145 lbs
Middleweight Murad Abdulaev vs. Edil Esengulov 185 lbs
Flyweight Saygid Abdulaev vs. Astemir Nagoev 125 lbs
Middleweight Chris Honeycutt vs. Altynbek Mamashov 185 lbs
Featherweight Shamil Basaev vs. Nikolay Galochkin 145 lbs
Welterweight Oganes Voskanyan vs. Herbert Batista 170 lbs
Featherweight Radzhab Ramazanov vs. Gegam Manavazyan 145 lbs
Welterweight Ayndi Umakhanov vs. Amazasp Martirosyan 170 lbs
Featherweight Luis Laurentino vs. Aleksandr Treskin 145 lbs
Welterweight Tagir Magomedov vs. Joseilton Santos 170 lbs
Background
Krasnodar Clash: Lightweight Firepower and Middleweight Legends Collide at ACA 199!
The momentum of the new year continues to surge as Absolute Championship Akhmat (ACA) descends upon the Basket-Hall Krasnodar for a night of elite combat sports. On January 16, 2026, ACA 199: Polpudnikov vs. Magomedov brings a relentless wave of world-class mixed martial arts to southern Russia, featuring a main event that promises pure striking fireworks and a co-main event steeped in championship pedigree. This event serves as a vital proving ground for contenders across several divisions, as local heroes and international veterans look to make an early-season statement in one of the world's most competitive organizations.
Main Event: A Lightweight Explosion in Krasnodar
The headline attraction features a high-stakes Lightweight (155 lbs) battle between the devastating knockout artist Alexey Polpudnikov and the surging Rasul Magomedov. Polpudnikov has earned a reputation as one of the most dangerous strikers in the division, possessing the kind of fight-ending power that can change the course of a contest in a heartbeat. He meets a massive test in Magomedov, a well-rounded and gritty competitor who has consistently shown the durability and skill required to handle the division’s elite. This matchup is a classic confrontation of technical aggression and iron-willed resolve, with the winner positioned to take a massive step toward the lightweight title picture.
Co-Main Event: Battle of Middleweight Titans
The tension remains at a fever pitch in the co-main event as two of the most respected names in Russian MMA meet in a Middleweight (185 lbs) showdown. Former M-1 champion and perennial contender Artem Frolov faces off against the legendary Ramazan Emeev. Frolov is known for his technical boxing and explosive power, while Emeev brings a wealth of high-level experience from the world stage, including a storied run in the UFC. This clash of styles pits Emeev’s suffocating wrestling and control against Frolov’s desire to keep the fight on the feet, offering fans a masterclass in tactical warfare between two divisional stalwarts.
Heavyweight Power and Lightweight Depth
The main card is further bolstered by heavy-hitting action and high-level grappling. In the Heavyweight (265 lbs) division, the massive Vadim Ogar collides with Zaur Gadzhiev in a bout where the judges are unlikely to be needed. Additionally, a pivotal Lightweight (155 lbs) encounter sees the technical Abdul-Rakhman Temirov taking on the relentless Mukhamed Kokov, a fight that promises a grueling pace from start to finish. The Featherweight (145 lbs) division also takes center stage as Zhora Ayvazyan meets the dangerous Bagdos Olzhabay, adding even more explosive energy to the evening’s primary festivities.
Stacked Preliminary Showcases
The depth of the ACA roster is on full display throughout the preliminary card, headlined by a fascinating Middleweight (185 lbs) scrap between international veteran Chris Honeycutt and the powerful Altynbek Mamashov. The action continues with a high-stakes matchup between former champion Murad Abdulaev and the surging Edil Esengulov, alongside a collection of rising stars like Saygid Abdulaev and Gleb Khabibullin. From the opening welterweight wars to the final main event walkouts, ACA 199 is designed to provide a relentless display of skill and heart, proving once again why the Basket-Hall Krasnodar is a premier destination for combat sports excellence.
A lightweight bout between Alexey Polpudnikov and Rasul Magomedov is scheduled to headline the event.
A middleweight bout between Artem Frolov and UFC veteran Ramazan Emeev was originally scheduled to headline the event, but the bout was shifted to the co-main event instead.
ACA 199 - Polpudnikov vs. Magomedov, Frolov vs. Emeev, Ogar vs. Gadzhiev, Ayvazyan vs. Olzhabay
