Kazakhstani flyweight prospect reportedly signs with the UFC

Kazakhstani flyweight Asu Almabaev
Kazakhstani flyweight Asu Almabaev [Image Courtesy: @asu_zulfikar57 on Instagram]

In exciting news for MMA fans, Kazakhstani fighter Asu Almabaev has reportedly signed a deal with the UFC. The flyweight division is set to gain another talented contender with the addition of Almabaev to the roster.

However, there has been no official announcement from the UFC regarding the signing of Almabaev. It is believed that Almabaev will make his debut in the octagon in the coming months, with the exact date and opponent yet to be announced. But according to recent claims from MMA reporter Danny Jones, 'Zulfikar' has officially penned down a deal with the organization.

Almabaev has made a name for himself on the international MMA circuit, racking up an impressive 14-2 record with 9 finishes to his name. The 29-year-old fighter hails from the city of Karaganda in Kazakhstan and has trained extensively in various martial arts disciplines.

Almabaev is the accomplice and training partner of another Kazakh fighter, the undefeated Shavkat Rakhmonov.


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