Octagon 79 – Korganbay Bakdaulet vs Manuchekhr Shirinbekov

At Octagon 79 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Korganbay Bakdaulet faced Manuchekhr Shirinbekov in a bantamweight bout on the preliminary card. Bakdaulet entered the fight with an undefeated record of 4-0-1, while Shirinbekov held a 3-1 record. The matchup promised an exciting clash, with Bakdaulet’s striking set against Shirinbekov’s grappling skills.

From the opening bell, Bakdaulet established control with aggressive striking. He landed clean punches that forced Shirinbekov onto the defensive. Shirinbekov attempted counters and takedowns, but Bakdaulet’s timing and pressure prevented him from finding any rhythm or mounting a sustained offense.

Midway through the first round, Bakdaulet secured a dominant back mount position and unleashed a series of precise strikes. The referee stepped in to stop the fight at 4:05 of Round 1, awarding Bakdaulet a TKO victory. His early aggression and control highlighted his technical skill and ability to capitalize on openings.

The victory improved Bakdaulet’s record to 5-0-1, while Shirinbekov’s record dropped to 3-2. The performance reinforced Bakdaulet’s potential in the bantamweight division and showcased his striking precision, composure, and fight management skills. Shirinbekov, despite the loss, displayed resilience and toughness inside the cage.

This win positions Bakdaulet as a rising contender in the bantamweight division. His combination of striking accuracy, control, and finishing ability suggests he could make a significant impact in future Octagon events. Fans and analysts will be closely watching his career as he continues to develop in the MMA scene.