Absolute Championship Akhmat set for Dubai debut with electrifying clashes

A heavyweight clash with international implications and a long-awaited comeback will headline Absolute Championship Akhmat (ACA) 194 at The Agenda Arena in Dubai.

For its debut in the region, ACA organization is bringing a stacked card featuring elite mixed martial artists from across the globe, including American heavyweight Tony “Hulk” Johnson and Iran’s Amir Aliakbari.

The highly anticipated main event will see former ACA Heavyweight Champion Johnson return to the cage after a year-long hiatus.

A seasoned veteran with knockout power, Johnson has been open about the personal hurdles he overcame to make his comeback, promising a renewed focus and determination. He will face a formidable opponent in Aliakbari, one of the division's most dominant and dangerous forces.

In the co-main event, Russian star and ACA Grand Prix finalist Ali Bagov will take on world-class Brazilian grappler Davi Ramos in a high-stakes lightweight battle.

This matchup pits Bagov's elite skills against Ramos's ground game in a contest that is sure to thrill fans.

Beyond the headliners, the card is packed with explosive matchups and simmering rivalries:

India vs Pakistan: Social media has been buzzing over the rivalry between India's Rana Singh and Pakistan's Rizwan Ali.

Both lightweights have made bold statements in the build-up to their highly anticipated showdown, with Rizwan looking to extend his dominance over Indian opponents.

James Gallagher, the Irish fighter trained by Conor McGregor's coach John Kavanagh, is set to make his much-hyped ACA debut.

The event will feature a wide array of international talent, with fighters hailing from the US, Iran, Brazil, Russia, and Ireland.

With its reputation for elite fighters and uncompromising action, ACA 194 promises to be a night of unforgettable moments that reaffirms Dubai's rising status as a major hub for international combat sports.