Lightweight banger alert! Rafael Fiziev vs. Ignacio Bahamondes added to UFC Baku

UFC’s first combat card in Azerbaijan is beginning to replenish with thrilling fights.

Per a report from Russian fight sports activities outlet Purple Fury, No. 11-ranked Light-weight Rafael Fiziev will tackle No. 15-ranked Ignacio Bahamondes on the principle card of UFC Baku, which is scheduled for June 21, 2025 Inside Baku Crystal Corridor in Baku, Azerbaijan. This information comes simply at some point after the principle occasion of Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree was introduced, in addition to the high-profile UFC return of Flyweight nice Kyoji Horiguchi.

It’s been a tough couple years for Fiziev, who at one level was closing in on a Light-weight title shot. The 32-year-old Kazakh striker has misplaced three straight, a knee harm reverse Mateusz Gamrot and two resolution defeats to the nice Justin Gaethje. On the brilliant aspect, Fiziev continues to be extremely regarded by followers as an extremely thrilling kickboxer, and he has loads of time to proper the ship.

That Featherweight transfer must wait.

Conversely, Ignacio Bahamondes, 27, is on the most effective win streak of his profession. The Chilean expertise has gained three straight through end, together with a knockout of Manuel Torres and triangle choke over Jalen Turner (watch it). “La Jaula” appears to actually be hitting his stride, and his reward is a fan-friendly match up that might push him into the Prime 10.

Who leaves Azerbaijan within the win column?