The Ultimate Fighting Championship made history in Azerbaijan as it brought its first-ever event to the country, featuring a highly anticipated main event between former champion Jamahal Hill and No. 7 ranked contender Khalil Rountree Jr.
In the co-main event, No. 11 ranked lightweight contender Rafael Fiziev faced rising star Ignacio Bahamondes in a thrilling unanimous decision victory for Fiziev (30-27, 30-27, 30-27). The bout saw Fiziev showcase his skills from various angles, eventually taking home the win.
Other notable bouts included Myktybek Orolbai’s first-round submission of Tofiq Musayev, Nazim Sadykhov’s second-round TKO of Nikolas Motta, and Muhammad Naimov’s unanimous decision victory over Bogdan Grad. These fights, along with the main event featuring Hill vs Rountree Jr., made for a memorable night in Azerbaijan.
The UFC’s foray into Baku marked an exciting chapter in its global expansion, as it continues to bring world-class mixed martial arts to fans around the globe.
Source: https://www.ufc.com/news/main-card-results-highlights-winner-interviews-ufc-fight-night-hill-vs-rountree-jr-baku