Grozny’s Alikhan Suleymanov Steps into Featherweight
Alikhan Suleymanov is a 31 year old MMA fighter from Grozny Russia who has carved out his place at featherweight under the Berkut FC banner. Standing 5 11 he carries a professional record of 17 wins and 4 losses into every cage appearance. Over his last six fights he has competed in Russia at least twice each stretch a pattern that helped him break into the regional rankings.
Currently the number ten featherweight in the Eurasia region Suleymanov is also listed among Russia’s best, a reflection of his frequent appearances on local cards. His last two outings were contested at featherweight, establishing his credentials in the 145 pound division and reinforcing his spot on the continental leaderboard.
Sitting on the fringe of the region’s elite, Suleymanov knows that a run of wins could propel him deeper into the top five. Each bout under the Berkut FC flag will be measured not only by outcome but by how it shapes his bid to climb beyond tenth in the Eurasia rankings.
