Mansur Malachiev prepares to challenge Joshua Pacio for ONE title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Mansur Malachiev faces Joshua Pacio for the ONE Strawweight MMA World Title at The Inner Circle 21 on July 10 in Bangkok. Malachiev, who holds a record of 13-1, has risen to this title shot following victories over top contenders, including a submission win against former champion Jarred Brooks. Representing Dagestan's rich wrestling tradition, Malachiev emphasizes the significance of his upbringing near the Sulak River and mountains, which continue to shape his training and fighting style. The event will be streamed live for ONE Championship members.
- •Malachiev's record stands at 13-1 entering the title fight.
- •He faces Pacio, who previously defeated him in a close decision in 2023.
- •The match takes place at Bangkok's Lumpinee Stadium on July 10.
- •Malachiev's training is influenced by his childhood experiences in Dagestan.
- •The event streams live for ONE Championship members.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Remind Me Of My Childhood’ – How Dagestan’s Mountains Shaped Mansur Malachiev Into A ONE World Title Contender
"The Russian standout faces Joshua Pacio for the strawweight MMA crown at The Inner Circle 21 this Friday.
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