Asu Almabayev

Asu Almabayev, fighting out of an Orthodox stance, holds a 23-3-0 professional record with a recent 6W-1L stretch across seven fights. The 5'4" flyweight operates as a volume grappler with submission threat, averaging 4.46 takedowns per 15 minutes while landing 2.31 strikes per minute at 50% accuracy.

Almabayev's wrestling-heavy approach is underscored by his 1.5 submission average per 15 minutes, reflecting a consistent threat off his back. Recent victories include a unanimous decision over Matheus Nicolau in October 2024, a third-round submission finish of Alex Perez in November 2025, and another unanimous decision against Jose Ochoa in July 2025, demonstrating his ability to control fights across multiple rounds.

However, Almabayev suffered a significant setback against Manel Kape in March 2025, losing via KO/TKO in the third round—a stark reminder of his defensive vulnerabilities when striking exchanges intensify. His 44% takedown defense and 53% striking defense suggest he remains vulnerable to high-volume strikers and precise counter-attacks.

Almabayev's next assignment will likely determine whether he can rebound from the Kape loss and establish himself as a consistent contender in the competitive flyweight division.