08:14, 26 Dec
The Kazakh Terminator engaged in a lengthy stare-down with a controversial celebrity.
A lengthy battle of gazes took place between Muratbek Kasymbay and Mohammad Kheybati. The former is referred to as the Kazakh Terminator, while the latter is known as the Persian Dagestani, reports Vesti.kz.
08:14, 26 Dec
Rakhmonova is set for a UFC title fight. Who will the other Kazakh fighters face? Check out the matchmaking details on Vesti.kz.
Currently, there are six fighters from Kazakhstan competing in the UFC, but only one of them has a scheduled fight with a named opponent. A correspondent from Vesti.kz has identified potential matchups for the other fighters that would be suitable for them.
08:14, 26 Dec
It has been revealed why Garry was unable to choke out Rakhmonov at UFC 310.
Russian MMA fighter Ali Bagov (34-11) explained why Irishman Ian Garry (15-1) was unable to "choke out" the undefeated Kazakh fighter Shavkat Rakhmonov (19-0) during their match at UFC 310, according to Vesti.kz.
08:14, 25 Dec
Kuat Khamitov has withdrawn from his fight against the Russian opponent, citing his reasons for the decision.
Famous Kazakh mixed martial artist Kuat Khamitov has announced the postponement of his fight against Russian fighter Marif Piraev, according to Vesti.kz.
08:14, 25 Dec
The fight for the title between the Kazakh and the Uzbek ended with a knockout.
The Alash Pride 104 mixed martial arts tournament took place in Shymkent, featuring a match between Kazakh fighter Akaym Akaymov and Uzbekistan's Bobur Abduazizov, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:14, 25 Dec
The knockout occurred during the title fight featuring the Kazakh fighter.
A mixed martial arts tournament, Alash Pride 104, took place in Shymkent, where Kazakh fighter Sanjar Adilov (14-2-1) triumphed over Russian competitor Dmitry Yakovlev (7-8), as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:14, 25 Dec
Artem Reznikov has officially been informed of the date and location for the canceled rematch.
The official date for the rematch between Kazakh MMA fighter Artem Reznikov (25-8) and Russian Rais Yusupov (21-3) has been announced, according to Vesti.kz citing the press service of Absolute Championship Akhmat. Their rematch, originally scheduled for the ACA 182 tournament in Moscow on December 15, was canceled due to health issues affecting Reznikov.
08:14, 25 Dec
Remember their names! Here are the top 7 Kazakh fighters who made significant strides in 2024.
As 2024 draws to a close, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the thrilling matches of Kazakh fighters and highlight those who have made significant strides over the past year. In this article, we will discuss the achievements of seven Kazakh fighters selected by a correspondent from Vesti.kz.
08:14, 25 Dec
A massive brawl broke out at an MMA tournament. Check out the video!
Participants of the commercial mixed martial arts tournament in Kaspiysk engaged in a large-scale brawl, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:14, 25 Dec
Khabib faced backlash after making a humiliating offer to a UFC fighter from America.
American UFC fighter Michael Johnson reminisced about his match against the legendary Khabib Nurmagomedov, which took place in 2016. Johnson revealed that during the fight, the Russian fighter attempted to persuade him to submit, according to Vesti.kz.
08:14, 25 Dec
Rakhmonov was "awarded" the UFC title. An expert shares insights behind this decision.
In an interview with Khayrulla Nurtazin, Kamila Gadzhiev, the president of the Russian mixed martial arts promotion AMC Fight Nights, shared his predictions for the upcoming fight between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Belal Muhammad for the UFC welterweight championship, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 24 Dec
A UFC contender from Kazakhstan suffered a brutal knockout. What does this mean for his career moving forward?
The most surprising event of the week in Kazakh MMA was the defeat of NAIZA champion Nurbek Kabdrakhmanov (10-3) in the featherweight division. One of the top contenders for the UFC was knocked out in the very first round. A correspondent from Vesti.kz reports on how this will impact his future career.
08:12, 22 Dec
A UFC contender from Kazakhstan lost by knockout and forfeited his title.
A fighting tournament, NAIZA 70, took place in Semey. In the main event, Kazakhstan's champion Nurbek Kabdrakhmanov (10-3) defended his title against Russia's Nikolai Kiosse (9-3-1), as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 20 Dec
Emelianenko received a sentence for assaulting a man.
Ivan Emelianenko, an MMA fighter and the younger brother of Fedor and Alexander Emelianenko, has been sentenced to one year and six months in prison for intentionally causing serious bodily harm, according to Vesti.kz.
08:12, 20 Dec
The champion from Kazakhstan has moved to the USA. He’s now facing a top competitor and is determined to make his mark in the UFC.
Kazakh fighter Sabit Zhusupov (16-3-0-1) has officially joined the American league Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA). In just three weeks, he will make his debut overseas, taking on the main event of the evening. A correspondent from Vesti.kz shares insights into this new chapter in the 31-year-old fighter's career.
08:12, 20 Dec
Rakhmonova's chances in the UFC championship fight have been "taken away."
UFC fighter Sean Brady expressed his thoughts on the matchup between Kazakhstan's Shavkat Rakhmonov (19-0) and Ireland's Ian Garry (15-1), according to Vesti.kz.
08:12, 20 Dec
Rakhmonova was warned before his fight against the UFC champion.
British journalist Ben Smith shared his thoughts with a Vesti.kz correspondent regarding the matchup between Kazakh fighter Shavkat Rakhmonov (19-0) and Irishman Ian Garry (15-1).
08:12, 20 Dec
Rakhmonov received the disappointing verdict regarding his fight against the UFC champion.
The YouTube channel Weasle concluded that none of the current UFC welterweights can defeat the reigning champion of the division, Belal Muhammad (24-3), an American of Palestinian descent, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 19 Dec
The main reason for Gary's defeat in the fight against Rahmonov has been revealed.
MMA coach Said Saparov, who assisted Shavkat Rakhmonov (19-0), shared his thoughts on Ian Garry's (16-1) performance during their fight at UFC 310, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 19 Dec
The first Kazakh woman in the UFC found herself homeless and broke.
The first Kazakhstani woman in the UFC, Maria Agapova, shared her challenging situation through social media. According to her, she is in need of assistance, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 19 Dec
Rakhmonova has been "deprived" of her chances in the fight for the UFC championship title.
UFC fighter Sean Brady expressed his thoughts on the matchup between Kazakhstan's Shavkat Rakhmonov (19-0) and Ireland's Ian Garry (15-1), according to Vesti.kz.
08:12, 18 Dec
Asu Almbayev received disappointing news from the UFC.
Kazakhstan's flyweight fighter Asu Almabaev (21-2) has learned his position in the updated UFC rankings, reports Vesti.kz.
08:12, 18 Dec
A backup fighter has been announced for Rakhmonov's title bout in the UFC.
American fighter Joaquin Buckley (21-6) expressed his willingness to serve as a backup for the championship bout between Kazakhstan's Shavkat Rakhmonov (19-0) and American Belal Muhammad (24-3) in an interview with MMA Junkie, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 18 Dec
Artem Reznikov has been informed of his fight date.
The vice president of the ASA League, Aslanbek Badaev, shared insights about the fight between Kazakh fighter Artem Reznikov and Russian opponent Yusuf Raisov in an interview with "RB Sport," as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 18 Dec
The top fighter has climbed the UFC rankings and has been matched up against Rakhmonov.
Changes have occurred in the UFC welterweight rankings following the UFC on ESPN 63 event, reports Vesti.kz correspondent.
08:12, 18 Dec
Khabib "retired" three top UFC fighters.
The undefeated former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov (29-0) reached out to top mixed martial artists Justin Gaethje, Dustin Poirier, and Tony Ferguson, according to Vesti.kz. He urged them to consider retiring from their careers.
08:12, 18 Dec
The undefeated Kazakh athlete faces the toughest opponent of his career. Is there a chance of losing?
On Saturday, December 21, a fighting tournament called NAIZA 70 will take place in Semey. This will be the final event of the Kazakh organization for the year. One of the most intriguing matchups will feature an welterweight bout between the undefeated Kazakh fighter Samandar Ruzmatov (6-0) and Russian competitor Yevgeny Morozov (6-1). A correspondent from Vesti.kz shares insights about the upcoming clash.
08:12, 18 Dec
Kamaru Usman has agreed to fight Shavkat Rahmonov.
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman (20-4) has responded to the bold challenge from American fighter Joaquin Buckley (21-6), according to Vesti.kz.
08:12, 18 Dec
The UFC champion was referred to as a gift for Rakhmonov.
Coach Said Saparov, who trains Kazakh fighter Shavkat Rakhmonov at Kill Cliff FC in the USA, analyzed his upcoming match against UFC champion Belal Muhammad, as reported by Vesti.kz.
08:12, 18 Dec
Rahmonov's coach opened up about the knockouts and analyzed the fight against Gary.
The coach of Kazakh fighter Shavkat Rakhmonov (19-0) from the American gym Kill Cliff FC, Said Saparov, shared his thoughts on the victory over Irishman Ian Garry (16-1), as reported by Vesti.kz.