Rafael Fiziev wants BMF title with UFC lightweight belt too far away
Following a knockout victory at UFC Baku, Rafael Fiziev is publicly shifting his focus toward the BMF championship title.
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The brief
Rafael Fiziev secured a win against Manuel Torres at UFC Baku via a highlight knockout. Coverage from Yahoo Sports, Sportsnet.ca, and MMA Junkie highlights both the technical outcome of the bout and Fiziev’s post-fight callout directed at Charles Oliveira.
Additional analysis from the New York Post and Action Network focused on event predictions and betting odds surrounding the matchup. Coverage does not yet specify official plans for either fighter's next appearance.
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Quick answers
What was the outcome of the main event at UFC Baku?
Rafael Fiziev defeated Manuel Torres by knockout.
Who is Fiziev targeting for his next potential fight?
Fiziev has expressed interest in fighting Charles Oliveira for the BMF title.
Is the lightweight title currently within reach for Fiziev?
Coverage suggests Fiziev views the lightweight belt as being too far away at this time.
Coverage (8)
- UFC Fight Night Baku predictions: Best bets, picks, analysis for prelims, main card New York Post · 1d ago
- Fiziev vs Torres Prediction, Picks, Odds for UFC Baku -- 6/27 Action Network · 1d ago
- Matches To Make After UFC Baku Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Rafael Fiziev after UFC Baku win? MMA Junkie · 1d ago
- Rafael Fiziev vs veteran contender, and more fights to make after UFC Baku Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Sooo ... About Last Night Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Rafael Fiziev stops Manuel Torres at UFC Baku with highlight knockout Sportsnet.ca · 1d ago
- Rafael Fiziev Wants BMF Title Fight Against Charles Oliveira Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
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