Sundet Aytkul Submits Nadyr Aliev at Octagon 70
Almaty, Kazakhstan — February 23, 2025
Sundet Aytkul (7-2) delivered a grappling clinic at Octagon 70, submitting Nadyr Aliev (6-3) with a textbook anaconda choke in Round 2 at 3:37. The featherweight showdown, held at Baluan Sholaq Arena, was a showcase of pressure, precision, and pure finishing instinct as Aytkul added another highlight to his growing resume.
Aytkul’s Grappling Dominance Shines
From the opening bell, Aytkul made his intentions clear—close the distance, initiate the clinch, and drag the fight into his world. Aliev tried to keep the bout standing, landing jabs and low kicks, but Aytkul’s relentless pressure forced the action to the mat.
In Round 2, Aytkul sprawled on a desperate takedown attempt from Aliev and immediately locked in the anaconda choke.
“I train that choke every day,” Aytkul said post-fight. “Once I felt the neck, it was over.”
Aliev’s Offense Stifled
Nadyr Aliev entered the bout with momentum and a reputation for crisp striking, but Aytkul’s grappling nullified his rhythm. After a competitive first round, Aliev’s defensive gaps were exposed, and the submission marked his third career loss.
Aytkul’s Rise in the Featherweight Division
With the win, Sundet Aytkul continues his ascent in the Octagon League’s featherweight division. His ability to finish fights and control tempo makes him a nightmare matchup for anyone lacking elite grappling.
Promoters are already eyeing a potential bout between Aytkul and Mukhiddin Mamazhonov or Fazliddin Madrakhimov, both of whom fought to a split draw earlier in the night.
Conclusion
Sundet Aytkul’s second-round submission win over Nadyr Aliev wasn’t just a finish—it was a statement. In a division filled with strikers and wild exchanges, Aytkul brings a suffocating style that breaks opponents mentally and physically. As Octagon League continues to spotlight Eurasian talent, Aytkul is quickly becoming one of its most feared contenders.
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