Lightweight3 rounds scheduled
RESULT
Mehdi Dakaev def. Nikita Podkovalnikov (Submission)
Submission · Round 2 · 03:12
“Lion”
Friday, May 8, 2026
Mehdi Dakaev defeated Nikita Podkovalnikov by Submission in round 2 (03:12) in the Lightweight bout of ACA 203, held Friday, May 8, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Mehdi Dakaev vs Nikita Podkovalnikov?
Mehdi Dakaev defeated Nikita Podkovalnikov by Submission in round 2 (03:12) in the Lightweight bout of ACA 203, held Friday, May 8, 2026.
Pre-fight comparison▾
Win probability
Mehdi Dakaev 48%52% Nikita Podkovalnikov
What the model gave each fighter going into the fight, from their pre-fight UFCal Elo ratings. See all Elo ratings
Tale of the Tape
16-4-0
Record
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1483
Elo rating
1500
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Win Streak
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30
Age
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5'9"
175 cm
Height
5'10"
178 cm
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Lightweight
Weight Class
Lightweight
France
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Recent form (last 5 fights)
Mehdi Dakaev · 3-2
Nikita Podkovalnikov · 0-1