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Charles Oliveira suffered a first-round knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, raising question marks over his future. Oliveira missed out on becoming the UFC Lightweight Champion, taking his record to 35-11, 1 NC.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 26

What’s Next For Rafael Fiziev?

Following his unanimous decision victory over Ignacio Bahamondes at UFC Baku, Rafael Fiziev wants Dan Hooker for his next fight. Fiziev ended his three-fight losing streak, including two to Justin Gaethje.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 24

After getting back in the win column at UFC Baku, what’s next for Rafael Fiziev?

This past Saturday in the co-main event of UFC Baku, we saw a big time lightweight matchup with a ranking on the line. It was a homecoming for Rafael Fiziev (13-4) fighting in Azerbaijan and he was looking to snap his losing streak against the surging Ignacio Bahamondes (17-6).

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 21

UFC fan favorite snaps losing streak in high-paced Baku co-main event

The co-main event for UFC Baku saw Ignacio Bahamondes try to break into the lightweight rankings when he met Rafael Fiziev. The UFC's first trip to Azerbaijan

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 20

Rafael Fiziev reacts to former foe Justin Gaethje’s title fight snub at UFC 317

Justin Gaethje isn’t alone in thinking he got snubbed for a title shot at UFC 317. The #3-ranked UFC Lightweight contender was one of a few enticing options for the undefeated Ilia Topuria at this year’s International Fight Week on June 28th.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 20

UFC Baku Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Rafael Fiziev – Ignacio Bahamondes

Tomorrow in the co-main event of UFC Baku, a top fifteen lightweight contender gets to fight in front of his home country as Rafael Fiziev (12-4) will put his ranking on the line as he takes on surging top contender Ignacio Bahamondes (17-5).

MMA News / MMA Sucka / June 19

UFC Baku’s Exciting Main Card Saturday Night

UFC Baku fight week rolls on. This Saturday afternoon (North American time), the promotion kicks off its summer schedule with its first-ever trip to the capital city of Azerbaijan with the first UFC Fight Night of the summer season.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 18

UFC Baku fighter once flattened top 10 lightweight in one round with devastating three-punch combination

UFC Baku co-headliner Rafael Fiziev showed his violent striking capabilities by recording his first knockout inside the Octagon five years ago. The UFC is in new surroundings this week, as mixed martial arts’ leading promotion prepares to debut in Azerbaijan.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 17

UFC commentator compared Rafael Fiziev to Neo from ‘The Matrix’ after jaw-dropping moment in star-making performance

Rafael Fiziev has emerged as one of the most entertaining fighters on the UFC roster in recent years. ‘Ataman’ has got a ridiculous highlight reel with Fiziev’s spinning wheel kick knockout of Brad Riddell helping to put him on the map as a lightweight contender.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 17

Jamahal Hill Vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. Preview

Jamahal Hill faces Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC Baku as we preview this upcoming fight. The event marks the first time the UFC will be in Azerbaijan, following the initial relocation from Kansas City after Hill suffered an injury.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 13

UFC Baku preview, start time, full fight as Jamahal Hill battles Khalil Rountree Jr.

The UFC is set to make its debut in Azerbaijan as two top Light Heavyweights will clash in the main event of their card in Baku. The main event pits two top Light Heavyweights in Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr, against one another on top of an impressive fight card.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 25

UFC Baku adds Rafael Fiziev – Ignacio Bahamondes

The UFC is heading to Baku on June 21st and today they announced an absolute banger of a lightweight matchup that’s being added to the card. 11th ranked Rafael Fiziev (12-4) will take on Iganico Bahamondes (17-5) who will be looking to break into the top fifteen.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 15

Justin Gaethje shows off gruesome injury one week after Rafael Fiziev UFC 313 rematch

Former BMF titleholder Justin Gaethje shared images of a pair of nasty lacerations he suffered at UFC 313. UFC fan favorite Justin Gaethje got back in the win column with an impressive performance at UFC 313 but ended up paying a hefty price for it.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 15

‘We don’t need that chaos’… Rafael Fiziev told to rethink featherweight move by top contender

Less than a week after UFC 313, Rafael Fiziev is already pondering his next move – but in which division will this all-action striking specialist compete next?

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 14

Rafael Fiziev warned against moving down to featherweight by UFC legend… ‘You will shorten your career’

Rafael Fiziev is considering a big change in his career after once again falling at the hands of Justin Gaethje. After agreeing to step in on late notice to save the UFC 313 co-main event this past Saturday, Fiziev was narrowly defeated by Gaethje for a second time.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 13

Rafael Fiziev teases new fight news just days after his UFC 313 loss to Justin Gaethje

Despite losing to Justin Gaethje again this past Saturday at UFC 313, Rafael Fiziev hasn’t lost much stock. Following a long injury layoff after he tore his ACL against Mateusz Gamrot in September 2023, Rafael Fizev was seemingly struggling to find a return fight.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 12