Rajabali Shaidullaev beats A.J. McKee by UD at Super Rizin 5

Rajabali Shaidullaev beat A.J. McKee by unanimous decision at Super Rizin 5, handing the American his first professional defeat. The Kyrgyzstan fighter controlled the featherweight contest over the scheduled distance, earning all three judges' scorecards to move to 1-0 whilst McKee drops to 0-1.

How it ended

With no finish arriving across the five rounds, the bout went to the cards where Shaidullaev's work earned a clean sweep from the judges. The unanimous verdict reflected the Kyrgyz fighter's ability to impose his game plan throughout the contest, leaving McKee unable to find the decisive moments needed to sway the scorecards.

Updated records

• A.J. McKee — 0-1
• Rajabali Shaidullaev — 1-0

What's next

Shaidullaev opens his professional account with a statement win over an American opponent on a major Japanese stage, establishing his credentials in the featherweight division at 1-0. McKee now sits at 0-1 and will look to rebound from the first blemish on his record, needing to reassess after the setback in Japan.

Frequently asked questions

Who won A.J. McKee vs Rajabali Shaidullaev?

Rajabali Shaidullaev defeated A.J. McKee by UD at Super Rizin 5.

How did A.J. McKee vs Rajabali Shaidullaev end?

The fight ended by UD.

What's Rajabali Shaidullaev's record now?

Rajabali Shaidullaev now stands at 1-0.

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