Ilyar Askhanov is one of the top Featherweights in Central Asia, and his impressive physical frame has turned him into one of the most feared 145-pounders on the BRAVE CF roster. Since joining, Askhanov has fought the cream of the crop and his only losses under BRAVE CF have been against top opposition, such as Akhmed Magomedov and Omar Solomanov in a number one contender's bout.