Magomed Magomedov Survived Khamidov’s Back Attacks to Take
Magomed Magomedov defeated Sarvarjon Khamidov by unanimous decision at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita on June 20, 2025. All three judges scored their bantamweight alternate bout 29–28, handing Khamidov the first defeat of his professional career.
Khamidov’s pressure forced repeated defensive work
Khamidov pushed Magomedov toward the fence and completed a takedown during the opening round. He reached the back and attempted to establish a choke while Magomedov stood and fought the hands.
Magomedov eventually removed him and returned to the clinch. The exchanges mixed Khamidov’s positional pressure with Magomedov’s short strikes and attempts to create room.
The second round brought more back control
Khamidov again completed takedowns and worked toward the neck, including a body-triangle position. Magomedov defended, controlled a leg to escape and briefly reached side control.
Back on their feet, Magomedov threatened guillotines and landed knees from front-headlock positions. Neither fighter completed a submission despite repeated opportunities around the neck.
The final round left a close decision
Khamidov continued pursuing fence control and takedowns in the third. Magomedov defended several entries and connected with punches and kicks when the action returned to open space.
The unanimous verdict gave the experienced former Bellator title challenger a successful return. Khamidov had entered unbeaten after defeating Marcirley Alves in his previous appearance. Their alternate assignment produced no automatic final berth, but ended one fighter’s unbeaten run through a closely scored full-distance contest.
Sources
- PFL: June 20 Wichita venue, confirmed results and finalists
- PFL: back control, submission escapes, later exchanges and alternate-bout status
