Asu Almabayev Secures Victory in Baku
Asu Almabayev vs Charles Johnson UFC result
Kazakhstan’s Asu Almabayev secured a dominant victory over Charles “Inner G” Johnson at UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs. Torres on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. While Almabayev appeared to be coasting toward a comfortable decision win, he delivered a highlight-reel finish by securing a rare Suloev stretch submission at the 3:33 mark of the third round.
Throughout the three-round contest, Almabayev effectively controlled the pace, utilizing consistent leg kicks and overhand rights to dictate the stand-up exchanges. Despite Johnson’s attempts to use his reach and stance switches, Almabayev successfully neutralized his opponent’s offense with precise striking and superior grappling. Almabayev managed multiple takedowns throughout the fight, maintaining top control and transitioning through positions to stifle any of Johnson’s attempts at a scramble.
The victory improves Almabayev’s record to 7-1 within the UFC, further establishing the flyweight contender’s standing in the division. For Johnson, the result breaks his recent trend of alternating wins and losses. This matchup was a featured bout on the main card of the Baku event, which saw several other high-stakes finishes across the night’s proceedings.
