Akbar Abdullaev set for Dana White's Contender Series bout on September 15
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:24 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Akbar Abdullaev, an undefeated lightweight from Kyrgyzstan, is scheduled to fight Anthony Figueroa at Dana White's Contender Series on September 15 in Las Vegas. Abdullaev, who left ONE Championship earlier this year, holds a 13-0 record with a 100% finishing rate. Figueroa, a second-generation fighter, has a record of 9-1. This matchup is part of an updated fight card for the event, which includes several other notable bouts.
- •Abdullaev faces Figueroa at DWCS 92 on September 15.
- •Abdullaev is undefeated with 12 knockouts and one submission.
- •Figueroa is 9-1, mentored by Daniel Cormier.
- •The event takes place at Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
- •Other fights on the card include Hailai vs. Reynoso.
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