Imperium Championship: A Night of High-Stakes Combat in Rustavi
Date: May 24, 2026
Venue: Rustavi Sport Palace, Rustavi, Georgia
Imperium Championship is set to deliver an unforgettable night of combat sports on May 24, 2026. The event features a total of 10 professional bouts, split evenly between a high-octane main card and a preliminary card designed to showcase rising prospects and seasoned international veterans.
The Preliminary Card: Matchup Breakdown
Fight 1: Arganashvili vs. Grigoryan
Category: Muay Thai (4 oz MMA gloves)
Georgia’s Arganashvili faces Armenia’s Karen Grigoryan in an opening bout that promises immediate intensity. Arganashvili, known for his high-level experience against world-class opposition, meets the aggressive, heavy-handed style of Grigoryan.
Fight 2: Ratiani vs. Gaffarli
Category: Muay Thai (4 oz MMA gloves)
Azerbaijan’s Fuat Gaffarli brings his speed and professional hunger to the ring against Georgia’s own Ratiyani. Ratiyani, a member of the Georgian National Team with a perfect 2-0 record, is a noted finisher looking to maintain his momentum.
Fight 3: Mekhtiev vs. Baghmanyan
Category: K1 Kickboxing
In a technical K1 clash, the internationally-traveled Mekhtiev brings experience from the rings of Thailand and Cambodia to face Armenia’s Baghmanyan. Baghmanyan’s disciplined boxing and close-range efficiency make this one of the most intriguing technical battles of the night.
Fight 4: Mamedov vs. Turoev
Category: MMA – Catchweight (59 kg)
Azerbaijan’s Eltun Mamedov, a veteran of major Russian MMA organizations, takes on Uzbekistan’s Turoev. This matchup pits Mamedov’s well-rounded cage experience against the relentless pressure and physical strength of Turoev.
Fight 5: Akhmedov vs. Atmaca
Category: K1 Super Lightweight
The preliminary finale features world-class talent. ISKA and WFMC World Champion Ozjan Akhmedov faces Turkish National Team member Yusuf Emre Atmaca. This is a classic clash of elite experience versus versatile, switch-hitting talent.
