Rafael Fiziev wants BMF title with UFC lightweight belt too far away
Rafael Fiziev is targeting a BMF title fight against Charles Oliveira following a highlight knockout victory at UFC Baku.
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📍 How it ended
Rafael Fiziev stopped Manuel Torres with a highlight knockout at UFC Baku. Following the victory, Fiziev stated he wants a BMF title fight against Charles Oliveira.
Epilogue added 10d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Rafael Fiziev defeated Manuel Torres via knockout at UFC Baku. Coverage from Sportsnet.ca emphasizes the nature of the highlight knockout.
MMA Junkie and Yahoo Sports are focusing on Fiziev's post-fight ambitions and potential future matchups against veteran contenders. Future developments depend on whether the UFC schedules a BMF title fight between Fiziev and Oliveira or assigns a different veteran contender for Fiziev's next appearance.
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Quick answers
Who did Rafael Fiziev fight at UFC Baku?
Fiziev fought and stopped Manuel Torres with a highlight knockout.
Which title does Fiziev want to pursue?
Fiziev wants the BMF title, stating that the lightweight belt is too far away.
Who is Fiziev's desired opponent for the BMF title?
He wants to fight Charles Oliveira.
Coverage (7)
- UFC Fight Night Baku predictions: Best bets, picks, analysis for prelims, main card New York Post · 20d ago
- Fiziev vs Torres Prediction, Picks, Odds for UFC Baku -- 6/27 Action Network · 20d ago
- Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Rafael Fiziev after UFC Baku win? MMA Junkie · 20d ago
- Rafael Fiziev vs veteran contender, and more fights to make after UFC Baku Yahoo Sports · 20d ago
- Sooo ... About Last Night Yahoo Sports · 20d ago
- Rafael Fiziev stops Manuel Torres at UFC Baku with highlight knockout Sportsnet.ca · 20d ago
- Rafael Fiziev Wants BMF Title Fight Against Charles Oliveira Yahoo Sports · 20d ago
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