Bekzat Almakhan Signs with New Promotion After UFC Exit

Bekzat Almakhan has signed with RKENA following his departure from the UFC. The UFC has faced criticism recently for several controversial roster cuts, including Almakhan's release.

Almakhan, a bantamweight fighter, previously came close to defeating Umar Nurmagomedov in his UFC debut and later achieved a knockout victory over Brad Katona. However, he faced tough opponents in subsequent fights, resulting in two losses, which led to his exit from the UFC amid community backlash.

RKENA, a Georgian organization established in 2025, has welcomed Almakhan to its roster. The promotion has hosted three events in Tbilisi, but details regarding Almakhan's first fight with the organization have not yet been revealed.