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411’s UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs. Torres Report 6.27.26

June 27, 2026 | Posted by Robert Winfree
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MAIN CARD (Paramount+, Noon ET)
#11 Rafael Fiziev (156 lbs.) vs. #15 Manuel Torres (156 lbs.)
Shara Magomedov (186 lbs.) vs. Michel Pereira (185.5 lbs.)
Matheus Camilo (156 lbs.) vs. Nazim Sadykhov (156 lbs.)
#9 Asu Almabayev (126 lbs.) vs. #14 Charles Johnson (125.5 lbs.)
Ikram Aliskerov (186 lbs.) vs. Brunno Ferreira (185 lbs.)
Abus Magomedov (185.5 lbs.) vs. Michal Oleksiejczuk (186 lbs.)

PRELIMINARY CARD (Paramount+, 9 a.m. ET)
Farman Hasanov (170.5 lbs.) vs. Eric Nolan (170.5 lbs.)
Julius Walker (206 lbs.) vs. Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev (206 lbs.)
Andrey Pulyaev (186 lbs.) vs. Nursulton Ruziboev (186 lbs.)
Kaan Ofli (146 lbs.) vs. Javier Reyes (145.5 lbs.)
Theodor Berggren (171 lbs.) vs. Daniil Donchenko (170.5 lbs.)
Bekzat Almakhan (136 lbs.) vs. Jean Matsumoto (135.5 lbs.)
Tahir Abdullayev (170.5 lbs.) vs. Jefferson Nascimento (171 lbs.)

Hello everyone and welcome to 411mania’s LIVE coverage of UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs. Torres, I’m Robert Winfree and I’ll be your host. We’re still in the trough between two big UFC events, two weeks ago was the White House card and next week is the 4th of July followed the week after by UFC 329 and international fight week. As for this card we’re back in Azerbaijan with a lot of the usual suspects for this kind of event. That said the main event is a bit of a crossroads one as Rafael Fiziev takes on exciting talent Manuel Torres. It’s not for a title fight or anything but Fiziev hasn’t quite looked the same since his knee injury in the Gamrot fight and if he’s never going to fully recover then Torres starting a real push at his expense is possible. Elsewhere on the card there’s a good flyweight fight with Asu Almabayev taking on Charles Johnson, Ikram Aleiskerov vs. Brunno Ferreira should be fun, Daniil Donchenko is a rising guy in the all violence category, and Bekzat Almakhan vs. Jean Matsumoto has potential. Despite this not being the top tier of road event the UFC can put on this one has very little actual dross on paper, now let’s hope the action delivers.

UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs. Torres comes to the world from the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. We’ve got John Gooden, Michael Bisping, and Paul Felder on commentary while Bruce Buffer does the announcing and McKenzie Pavacich serves as our roving reporter. We should be in the regular cage and using the most recent rules but I’ll be sure to update if those assumptions are in error.

Tahir Abdullayev brings a four fight winning streak into his UFC debut, now he gets to make his promotional debut in his home country. Jefferson Nascimento is undefeated coming into his UFC debut, he’s looking to make a good first impression and cool off the crowd as quickly as possible. The odds are close but lean towards Nascimento at -140 to +120 for Abdullayev.

Welterweight Bout: Tahir Abdullayev (21-3, 170.5 lbs.) vs. Jefferson Nascimento (13-0, 171 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: These two are the same height while Abdullayev has two and a half inches of reach advantage. Nascimento circles a bit to start. A bit of feinting from both men but nothing serious happens for the first full minute. Calf kick from Nascimento. Abdullayev with a calf kick. Bit of a one two from Nascimento. Abdullayev is showing a few southpaw looks but only briefly. Body jab from Nascimento. Abdullayev keeps trying to pressure forward but he’s struggling to actually cut Nascimento off, he’s a bit slower on his feet more than just being lost with cage movement. Bit of a right from Nascimento. Nascimento just keeps circling and only occasionally throwing. They get close and Abdullayev fires a few uppercuts from a brief clinch. Left hook from Abdullayev, then a bit of a left high kick. Knee from Abdullayev, then he grabs the fence and no one comments while he avoids a takedown. They clinch up and then there’s something that gets the ref to step in. Abdullayev took a knee a bit low but then we just get a reset with about 8 seconds left and nothing happens before the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Abdullayev

ROUND TWO: Nascimento lands a calf kick and gets back to circling. Abdullayev keeps coming forward, and both men avoid hooks. Abdullayev moves forward and walks into a right hand. A lot more stance switching from Abdullayev this round, he fires a left high kick that’s partially blocked. Body kick from Nascimento. Abdullayev lands a right hand. Bit of a calf kick from Abdullayev, he’s the one backing up now and he’s trying to draw Nascimento into actually engaging. Bit of a right from Nascimento. Right to the body from Nascimento. Both men with lefts in close. Calf kick from Nascimento. Abdullayev pushes forward and walks into a left hand. The ref pauses things to warn Nascimento about timidity, that’s fine but he should probably warn Abdullayev as well given the round. Abdullayev walks into a front kick then whines about Nascimento moving around. Nascimento avoids a takedown. Abdullayev misses a few hooks. Bit of a right from Nascimento. Both men get close and trade, a right from Abdullayev might have been a bit late before the ref gets in there to break them up.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Nascimento, 19-19 overall

ROUND THREE: That last right from Abdullayev was definitely late on the horn but not necessarily after the ref got int there. Both men come out more aggressively this round. We get an exchange, Nascimento gets off balanced and Abdullayev gets on top in half guard. You can see a frame difference when they tie up, Abdullayev is thicker and commentary mentioned Nascimento is more of a lightweight. Body to head punches from Nascimento. They tie up and Nascimento hits the body then Abdullayev with knees and an elbow as the round ends. Bit of a knee from Abdullayev. Nascimento misses a right hand and Abdullayev hits a double leg into full guard. Abdullayev postures up and lands elbows while passing to half guard. Nascimento looks to scramble but Abdullayev shoves him back down. A few strikes from Abdullayev land, then he avoids a double wrist lock. A few hammer fists from Abdullayev on top as Nascimento gets full guard. Abdullayev lands a few more strikes. Nascimento with strikes off of his back. Abdullayev lands a couple of punches, he’s able to land enough rights to get the ref to step in, I’m not sure I like that stoppage.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Tahir Abdullayev via TKO, punches, at 4:28 of Round 3

The Final Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Abdullayev for his work. Mic time for Abdullayev and the translator, he plays with the crowd then feels good about the fight.

I do not love this stoppage, but you can judge for yourselves.

Bekzat Almakhan has gone just 1-2 in the UFC but his losses are to Umar Nurmagomedov and Aleksandre Topuria and between those he stopped Brad Katona in short order. Almakhan is coming off of the loss to Topuria and is trying to avoid his first losing streak. Jean Matsumoto has gone 3-2 in the UFC though both of his losses were somewhat controversial split decisions, he’s coming off of the more contentions of those when he lost to Farid Basharat. Matsumoto is also trying to avoid his first losing streak. Matsumoto is the -175 favorite while +140 on Almakhan might tempt a few bettors out there.

Bantamweight Bout: Bekzat Almakhan (12-3, 136 lbs.) vs. Jean Matsumoto (17-2, 135.5 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Almakhan is an inch taller while Matsumoto has half an inch of reach advantage. Early forward pressure from Almakhan, Matsumot calmly circling. Both men feint a bit. Matsumoto lands a counter right hand. Calf kick from Matsumoto, he’s also showing stance switches now. Almakhan falls a little short with a blitz. Calf kick from Matsumoto, Almakhan lands a right to the body. Right hand from Almakhan. Matsumoto lands another calf kick. Almakhan lands a right to the body then Matsumoto responds with a calf kick. Exchange in close, both men landed in there. Almakhan with a one two to counter a calf kick and that drops Matsumoto. Almakhan lets Matsumoto back up and then avoids a takedown. Matsumoto lands a right hand. Another calf kick from Matsumoto but those are kind of naked at this point. Almakhan fights off a takedown attempt. Again Almakhan lands a one two to counter a calf kick. Jabs from Matsumoto then he tries another takedown against the fence. Almakhan is defending but Matsumoto lands lefts in the clinch then a knee to the body, and punctuates the round with a body lock slam into side control and a few elbows as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Almakhan but Matsumoto might have stolen it back at the end

ROUND TWO: Matsumoto moves forward early, he tries a takedown but Almakhan is able to defend. Bit of a left uppercut from Matsumoto. A body kick from Matsumoto lands. Calf kick from Matsumoto. Almakhan avoids a one two. Matsumoto lands a calf kick then both men block punches. Bit of an over hand right from Matsumoto then a calf kick. Both men land in close, Almakhan on the back foot isn’t quite as effective. Almakhan lands an uppercut. Bit of a left hook from Matsumoto. Body kick from Matsumoto. Almakhan with an intercepting elbow, that was nice. Matsumoto pushes for a takedown on the fence, he has to work for it but Almakhan is able to defend and separate. Bit of a left high kick from Matsumoto then a left body kick as well. Knee from Matsumoto then another high kick. Almakhan misses a few punches then Matsumoto lands another body kick. They tie up, Almakhan lands a knee then Matsumoto with punches as they break. Left hook from Matsumoto. Matsumoto with a one two. Bit of a head kick, that southpaw kicking game from Matsumoto is giving Almakhan problems. Spinning back fist from Matsumoto then a follow up combination mostly lands as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Matsumoto, 19-19 overall

ROUND THREE: There was a cut opened up on the left eyebrow of Matsumoto in the prior round, that’s a big cut now that we get a better look at it. They touch gloves for the final round. Bit of a one two from Matsumoto. Calf kick from Matsumoto then Almakhan responds with a right hand. Almakhan misses a couple of punches then Matsumoto lands a calf kick. Uppercut from Almakhan, then Matsumoto lands a right hand. Jab from Matsumoto then a left body kick. Another body kick from Matsumoto. Almakhan complains of a low kick and we get a time out. Replay is a little inconclusive and the ref restarts things, that didn’t take too long. Right hand from Almakhan. Matsumoto lands a calf kick. Both men land punches again. Matsumoto lands a leg kick then a right hand. Almakhan misses an uppercut. Calf kick from Matsumoto then Almakhan lands a right. Again they trade in close. Right hand from Matsumoto. Right from Almakhan, Matsumoto responds with a left hook. Matsumoto pushes for a takedown and gets it against the fence. Quick wall walk from Almakhan then he spins free. Head kick from Matsumoto. Again Matsumoto tries a takedown but that stalls out on the fence. Knees from Matsumoto then a combination as they break. Calf kick from Matsumoto. Both men can’t connect with head kicks. Almakhan avoids a flying knee. Bit of a high kick from Matsumoto. Almakhan tries to get a brawl for the final seconds but Matsumoto isn’t going to engage in that as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Matsumoto but could go either way, 29-28 Matsumoto but expect a split to go Almakhan’s way

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Jean Matsumoto via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)

I’m a little surprised by that one. No interview for Matsumoto.

Daniil Donchecnko is on an eight fight winning streak including two wins in the UFC which includes winning some season of TUF, he’s trying to keep that streak going here and start making the move from prospect towards contender. Theodor Berggren took this fight on short notice but he has won his last two fights and now tries to spring a significant upset in his UFC debut. Given the late replacement it’s not surprising to see Donchenko as a heavy -500 favorite to a +375 comeback on Berggren.

Welterweight Bout: Theodor Berggren (8-3, 171 lbs.) vs. Daniil Donchenko (13-2, 170.5 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: These two are the same height while Berggren has four inches of reach advantage. Southpaw for Berggren, he comes out range finding. Calf kick from Donchenko. Bit of a left hook from Donchenko, he’s doing some stance switching now. Both men land inside calf kicks. Donchenko with a right to the body. Both men land front kicks. Bit of a left from Berggren but Donchenko avoids the follow up hook. Right hand from Donchenko then he pushes into a clinch. Some knees from Donchenko then an elbow as they break. Right to the body from Donchenko. Berggren fires a high kick but that’s blocked. Donchenko weaves his way forward and lands a hard right. Front kick from Donchenko has Berggren backing up. Another front kick from Donchenko. Berggren lands a right hook as he pivots off the fence. Donchenko keeps coming forward and digs the body then clinches up. Berggren gets Donchenko on the fence and both men swing on the break. Counter right from Donchenko lands. Inside calf kick from Donchenko. Berggren keeps stalking forward, he eats a calf kick but lands a right hand. Berggren is doing a bit of stance switching now as well. Calf kick from Donchenko. Donchenko digs the body a couple of times then lands a front kick. Hard inside calf kick from Donchenko. Calf kick from Donchenko, that left leg of Berggren is getting torched. Donchenko closes the round with a calf kick.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Donchenko

ROUND TWO: Both men get back to trading and trying to break each other down. Calf kick from Donchenko. Donchenko with another calf kick but Berggren avoids the follow up punches. Front kick from Donchenko. Berggren lands a right hand. Donchenko lands a head kick that drops Berggren, Berggren fights up but Donchenko unloads in close with punches to stagger Berggren and get the ref to step in.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Daniil Donchenko via TKO, head kick and punches, at 1:35 of Round 2

Mic time for Donchenko and the translator, he jokes that he only just realized he could do high kicks then plays with the crowd and sends love to his home before saying he’d like to fight in Paris. Asked more about the future he just wants someone who will fight with him to put on the best fight.

You really do need both hands high to absorb a head kick, just one wont do it. Doubly true if the kick is able to catch the wrist as there’s almost no supporting structure there.

Kaan Ofli has gone 2-2 in the UFC but he is on a two fight winning streak and he’s looking to keep that momentum going with another win here. Javier Reyes is on a three fight winning streak including a win in his UFC debut back in February, now he’s back in action and looking to prove himself a prospect of note. The odds like Reyes at -225 to Ofli’s +165.

Featherweight Bout: Kaan Ofli (13-4-1, 146 lbs.) vs. Javier Reyes (23-5, 145.5 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: These two are the same height while Reyes has a serious seven inches of reach advantage, that man has some long arms for his frame. I’m also calling a little BS on the height, Reyes looks much bigger all around. Ofli lands a calf kick. Jab from Reyes. Reyes checks a calf kick then lands a left to the body but Ofli does land a counter punch. Ofli lands a right hand to counter a calf kick. Glancing right hand from Reyes. Ofli keeps circling and looking to snipe. Left from Reyes but Ofli lands a counter uppercut, he’s making the most of his speed advantage. Front kick from Reyes. Bit of a left from Reyes. Ofli feints forward and lands a right hand that drops Reyes. Ofli on top and into full mount briefly, then he grabs an arm triangle choke. Reyes tries to escape but can’t get away and has to tap.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Kaan Ofli via Submission, arm triangle choke, at 4:16 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Ofli for his work. Mic time for Ofli, he says he should get a bonus which immediately lessens his chances of getting one before talking about just needing to be patient. He talks us through the finish to close.

Nursulton Ruziboev hasn’t lost at middleweight since 2016, he’s gone 4-1 in the UFC with that loss coming at welterweight. He’s been out of action for over a year, but he’s also on a two fight winning streak and if he can get to three in a row here it should set him up to take on a bigger name next time. Andrey Pulyaev has gone just 1-2 in the UFC and most recently lost a decision to Ateba Gautier, now he’s trying to avoid his first losing streak. Ruziboev is the favorite at -225 while Pulyaev’s comeback sits at +185.

Middleweight Bout: Andrey Pulyaev (10-4, 186 lbs.) vs. Nursulton Ruziboev (36-9-2 2 NC, 186 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: There’s some production issue which prevents the tale of the tape from showing up, so no official numbers here. Southpaw for Pulyaev. Ruziboev probes with some long range weapons. A bit of feinting from both men, then a bit of a right hand from Ruziboev. Ruziboev catches a kick and gets a takedown, Pulyaev scrambles up but Ruziboev is on his back now. A few knees to the leg from Ruzibeov before he hits a mat return and gets to the back with both hooks in. Some punches from Ruziboev, he’s just trying to open up the choke. Eventually Ruziboev does get a choke attack going but Pulyaev is able to hand fight, Ruziboev adjusts the squeeze and puts Pulyaev out cold.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Nursolton Ruziboev via Technical Submission, rear naked choke, at 3:58 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Ruziboev for his work. Mic time for Ruziboev and a couple of translators as one is just for the audience, he talks about showing his grappling finally. When asked about the future he says he used to just fight all the time but is undefeated at middleweight in the UFC and is ready for anyone in the division. He almost runs down Bisping to grab the mic and close with thanks to God, his home, his team, and again says he wants ranked opposition.

Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev is undefeated including two wins in the UFC, thus far he’s only been out of the first round once and another similar performance here would help solidify him as a prospect for a division badly in need of them. Julius Walker has gone just 1-2 in the UFC and is coming off of a loss, he’s trying to avoid his first losing streak. The odds really like Yakhyaev at -650 to a +450 comeback on Walker.

Light Heavyweight Bout: Julius Walker (7-2, 206 lbs.) vs. Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev (9-0, 206 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Walker is two inches taller but the reach is identical. Immediate counter right from Yakhyaev floors Walker and a few more follow ups on the mat get the stoppage.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev via TKO, punches, at :08 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Yakhyaev for his work, that’s the second fastest knockout in UFC light heavyweight history. Mic time for Yakhyaev and the duo of translators, he says he’ll have to do better next time and get the record for fastest finish. He was just ready for the opening that he got from Walker. Asked about the future he says if the UFC gives him ranked guys he’s ready.

I get wanting to establish your jab but you’ve got to be super careful doing so early against a guy as aggressive early as Yakhyaev.

Farman Hasanov is undefeated coming into his UFC debut, he’s getting her quickly with just five fights but an impressive debut would be the ideal way to start his UFC career. Eric Nolan dropped his UFC debut in August of last year, now he’s back in action and looking for that all important first UFC win. Hasanov closed at -175 against Nolan’s +140.

Welterweight Bout: Farman Hasanov (5-0, 170.5 lbs.) vs. Eric Nolan (8-4, 170.5 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Nolan is an inch taller while Hasanov has an inch of reach advantage. They touch gloves to get things going. Both men show some long range weapons, just range finding. Hasanov gets to the back standing and hits a few mat returns. Nolan keeps popping up but Hasanov is still on his back working. Ankle pick by Hasanov against the fence, Nolan still gets up but Hasanov presses him into the fence still. Single leg into an almost fireman’s carry from Hasanov but Nolan bounces up again. This time Hasanov with a takedown into open space. Nolan to his knees, Hasanov into the ride but Nolan gets to the fence again. Hasanov still working mat returns but he’s not securing position or landing much striking. Another takedown from Hasanov into half guard. Nolan starts looking to wall walk. Hasanov lands a short elbow. Full guard now for Nolan and that’ll end the round, he did cut Nolan with that elbow though.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hasanov

ROUND TWO: They touch gloves for the second round. Nolan shows jabs, then Hasanov hits a takedown into full guard. Nolan gives up the back but stands into a clinch. Nice little outside trip from Hasanov, he gets to full mount but Nolan scrambles back up and lands a knee but Hasanov pushes into another clinch. Hasanov slips to the back, switch from Nolan though then he grabs a front headlock and lands a few knees before separating. They split jabs, Hasanov is swinging but he looks labored. Takedown from Hasanov, that took a second effort but he got it. Nolan attacks a kimura but can’t get that going. Some short punches from Hasanov but Nolan stands and Hasanov moves to the back. Nolan gets chest to chest, Hasanov drops for a takedown then slips to the back but Nolan is able to get free again. Bit of a right from Nolan. Hasanov is gassing and Nolan lands jabs. More punches from Nolan. Hasanov gets to the back again and hits a takedown against the fence. Nolan works to wall walk again, Hasanov lands a few lefts and gets to the ride position. Nolan gets back up, Hasanov tries a single leg but Nolan is defending. Eventually Hasanov finishes the takedown into half guard. The round ends with Hasanov on top.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hasanov, 20-18 Hasanov overall

ROUND THREE: They touch gloves again. Nolan shows jabs, Hasanov looks super labored on the feet now. The jabs from Nolan are landing. Hasanov jabs back then lands a right hand. They split some jabs. Right hand from Nolan. Hasanov misses an uppercut. A few more jabs from Nolan but he needs to put something behind it. Hasanov pushes into a clinch, Nolan lands a few knees in the clinch as they hit the fence. Things break without incident. Takedown from Hasanov into side control. Hasanov moves to full mount, Nolan gives up the back so Hasanov moves to the ride. Nolan is able to stand but Hasanov mat returns him and is quite willing to just ice things. The ref warns Hasanov about just holding. Hasanov moves to side control. Nolan works to stand against the fence but Hasanov is holding on for dear life. Hasanov pulls things back down and gets on top in half guard. Nolan is able to wall walk with Hasanov on his back, Hasanov with another mat return. The round will end in that spot.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hasanov, 30-27 Hasanov overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Farman Hasanov via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

Quick interview for Hasanov, he speaks some Azeri for the crowd then English as well to say he feels great after winning in front of his people. He’s just a happy guy and warns that he’s going to keep getting better step by step.

Abus Magomedov has gone 4-3 in the UFC and just had a three fight winning streak broken by Joe Pyfer. Magomedov is trying to avoid another losing streak with a win. Michal Oleksiejczuk is on a three fight winning streak and if he can get to four here he could be due a step up in class for his next fight. The odds have been all over the place here, Magomedov was a favorite last night but now it’s closed at a -110 pick ’em.

Middleweight Bout: Abus Magomedov (28-7-1, 185.5 lbs.) vs. Michal Oleksiejczuk (22-9 1 NC, 186 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Magomedov is two inches taller with four inches of reach advantage. They touch gloves, Oleksiejczuk fighting southpaw per usual. Magomedov fires a body kick. Magomedov keeps reaching with extended fingers, the ref has already warned him. Inside calf kick from Oleksiejczuk. Magomedov fires a high kick that’s blocked. Oleksiejczuk is backing Magomedov up now. Bit of a left uppercut from Magomedov. Oleksiejczuk avoids a clinch attempt. Oleksiejczuk with a left to the body. Glancing left hand from Oleksiejczuk. They trade power hand punches then Magomedov grabs a clinch. Knee to the head from Magomedov as he’s got Oleksiejczuk pressed into the fence. Oleksiejczuk is able to spin free. One two from Oleksiejczuk partially lands. Hard intercepting elbow from Magomedov, then a follow up drops Oleksiejczuk. Magomedov jumps on a guillotine choke on the mat and Oleksiejczuk has to tap.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Abus Magomedov via Submission, guillotine choke, at 3:25 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Magomedov for his work. Mic time for Magomedov, he had a few tricks here and was ready for Oleksiejczuk’s pressure. He talks us through the finish then wants to fight Israel Adesanya next, and would like a bonus too.

Brunno Ferreira has gone 6-3 in the UFC but most recently was stopped in short order by Gregory Rodrigues, now he’s trying to avoid his first losing streak. Ikram Aliskerov has only lost to Khamzat Chimaev and Robert Whittaker, he’s currently on a two fight winning streak and really needs another win here if he wants to start aiming at ranked opponents again. It’s not surprising to see Aliskerov as a -295 favorite to a +225 comeback for Ferreira.

Middleweight Bout: Ikram Aliskerov (17-2, 186 lbs.) vs. Brunno Ferreira (15-3, 185 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Aliskerov is two inches taller with four inches of reach advantage. They touch gloves to get things going. Ferreira circles early. Aliskerov keeps moving forward, Ferreira is stance switching while circling. Leg kick from Aliskerov then a jab. Hard leg kick from Aliskerov. Aliskerov shoots under a right hand, they’re on the fence though and Aliskerov has to lift and trip to get the takedown. Ferreira looks to wall walk, Aliskerov gets to the back standing though. A few knees from Aliskerov land before Ferreira gets free. Ferreira lands a calf kick. Aliskerov throws a front kick, that went into the groin though so we’ve got a time out. Ferreira only takes 26 seconds then we’re back to fighting, it wasn’t a bad foul. Bit of a one two from Aliskerov then a calf kick. Ferreira lands a leg kick. Quick combination from Aliskerov partially lands then a flying knee into a double leg off the fence. Aliskerov is on top in half guard and swings a few punches. Ferreira is able to shrimp to full guard. Some body to head punches from Aliskerov. Right hand from Aliskerov before Ferreira is able to scramble up. Bit of a left from Ferreira to close the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Aliskerov

ROUND TWO: Aliskerov gets back to using long range weapons as the round begins. Front kick from Aliskerov. Both men land rights. Ferreira tries a single leg but Aliskerov defends. Left hand from Aliskerov. Right to the body from Aliskerov. Knee up top from Aliskerov. More front kicks from Aliskerov, Ferreira complains one was low but the ref says to fight on. Combination from Aliskerov then a double leg takedown into half guard. Ferreira gets full guard. Aliskerov stands and lands punches while passing to north-south. Ferreira gives up the ride position, Aliskerov then gets both hooks in as Ferreira is on a hip. Ferreira breaks the hooks and gets to his knees. Aliskerov back to the ride and Ferreira stands. They break without incident. Aliskerov lands a one two, then another attempt at the flying knee. They split jabs. Ferreira lands a right hand. Single leg from Aliskerov and he’s back on top in full guard. Aliskerov moves to the ride, but Ferreira is upright and then gets free. Ferreira misses a few punches then slips on a kick and Aliskerov lands punches standing over him, Ferreira is able to tie up a leg and attack a calf slicer though as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Aliskerov, 20-18 Aliskerov overall

ROUND THREE: Both men are tired to start the final round. Aliskerov lands a right hand. A few jabs from Ferreira land, he’s the fresher of the two for what it’s worth. Front kick from Aliskerov. Single leg from Aliskerov and he gets in top in full guard. Ferreira throws a few elbows from his back as Aliskerov passes to half guard. Aliskerov gets to the back and locks up a body triangle. A few punches land for Aliskerov as he starts fishing for a choke. The choke just can’t materialize for Aliskerov yet. Aliskerov transitions towards full mount, he’s landing strikes and threatening an arm triangle. Some more punches for Aliskerov. Aliskerov will just keep chipping away with punches as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Aliskerov, 30-27 Aliskerov overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Ikram Aliskerov via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

Interview for Aliskerov, he says the fight was tough and he puts over Ferreira’s toughness forcing him to a more grappling heavy fight once he had to deal with dangerous counters. Asked about the future he can fight with anyone. Well that’s unhelpful.

Asu Almabayev has gone 6-1 in the UFC with that lone loss coming to Manel Kape, he’s currently riding a two fight winning streak including his first finish since 2023. Almabayev is trying to defend his ranking and take aim at the top of the division for his next fight. Charles Johnson has some solid wins in the UFC including besting Joshua Van and Lone’er Kavanagh, both by knockout. Johnson is looking to build another winning streak here and make a real push towards the title level if he can start getting consistent results. The odds like Almabayev at -280 to +215 on Johnson.

Flyweight Bout: #9 Asu Almabayev (23-3, 126 lbs.) vs. #14 Charles Johnson (19-8, 125.5 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Johnson has five inches of height and reach advantage. They touch gloves to get going. Some early kicks from both men, Johnson is playing with his stance as well. Almabayev lands a couple of inside calf kicks. Calf kick from Johnson. They trade a few more calf kicks then Johnson lands a body kick. Almabayev swings a right hand that misses. Left hook from Almabayev lands to counter a front kick. Front kick from Johnson but Almabayev catches it and gets a takedown into full guard. Almabayev passes to half guard but Johnson gets full guard back pretty quickly. A few punches land for Almabayev. Johnson keeps his guard active and elevates Almabayev a few times but can’t get up yet. Almabayev wraps the head as Johnson moves to sit on the fence, Johnson is still able to wall walk. They wrestle a bit and Almabayev gets back on top in side control. Johnson is able to wrestle back up into a clinch, Almabayev elevates a leg though and gets a trip to land back on top in full guard. A few punches land for Almabayev as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Almabayev

ROUND TWO: They touch gloves again. Bit of a flurry from Johnson. Almabayev lands a spinning back kick. Calf kick from Almabayev, Johnson returns it though. Inside calf kick from Almabayev then a body kick. Front kick from Johnson but his legs are getting torn up. Johnson avoids an inside trip from Almabayev then lands a calf kick. Johnson slips throwing a kick but gets up fairly quickly. Almabayev with a spinning back kick that goes into the groin so we’ve got a time out. No debate on this one, but Johnson is good to continue after 46 seconds. Almabayev gets back on offense. Right hand from Almabayev then a double leg against the fence. Johnson immediately wall walks into a clinch then pushes free and lands a combination of punches. Calf kick from Johnson. Almabayev hits a takedown in space then moves to side control. Johnson gives up the ride position, but Almabayev then moves to top position in half guard. Some guard play from Johnson but Almabayev passes and lands some rights then an elbow. Almabayev to the ride again and lands punches, Johnson blocks a back take and tries to scramble but Almabayev is out wrestling him. Again Almabayev moves to the ride and lands knees then gets the back with a body triangle. That’s where the round will end.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Almabayev, 20-18 Almabayev overall

ROUND THREE: Johnson needs a finish and knows it. High knee from Johnson but Almabayev catches it and gets a takedown into side control. Johnson tries a reverse triangle, he’s got the legs and tries but ultimately loses it and Almabayev gets on top in full guard. Almabayev passes to half guard then moves to the ride. Johnson tries to roll but Almabayev smothers him, he’s just comprehensively out grappling him. Almabayev gets to the back and locks up another body triangle. Arm triangle attack from Almabayev, he’s using that to land strikes. Johnson tries to quadpod up, Almabayev attacks a Suloev stretch though and yanks it to get the tap.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Asu Almabayev via Submission, Suloev stretch, at 3:33 of Round 3

The Final Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Almabayev for his work. Mic time for Almabayev, he plays with the crowd then calls for a title fight. That seems unlikely to be next but it’s good to have his sights set at the top. Asked about the future if not a title fight next he says his fans really want him in big fights and would love to fight in Kazakhstan next.

Nazim Sadykhov has gone 4-1-1 in the UFC, but he is coming off of a loss to Fares Ziam and now tries to avoid his first losing streak while also getting a win in his native country. Matheus Camilo has gone 1-1 in the UFC but he’s coming off of a win and now looks for his first UFC winning streak. Sadykhov is your -225 favorite while Camilo’s comeback sits at +175.

Lightweight Bout: Matheus Camilo (10-3, 156 lbs.) vs. Nazim Sadykhov (11-2-1, 156 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: These two are the same height while Camilo has half an inch of reach advantage, he’s also 7 years younger. Southpaw for Sadykhov. Sadykhov shows a few kicks and stance switches early. Camilo avoids a few punches. Sadykhov falls short with a few punches. Camilo crushes Sadykhov entering with a right hand, and a few more follow ups on the mat get the stoppage.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Matheus Camilo via TKO, punches, at 1:31 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Camilo for his work. Mic time for Camilo, he thanks God first then says he worked hard to be prepared for this fight. He puts over Sadykhov and says the stoppage was fine.

Michel Pereira has had a somewhat lengthy and odd UFC run, he’s coming off of a win that broke a three fight losing streak now and really needs a win to help stave off talk of him hitting the downside of his career. Shara Magomedov lost to Michael Page last year but rebounded with a win and now he’s trying to build another winning streak, but it really feels like the hype he had after his UFC debut has all but evaporated. The odds quite like Magomedov at -350 to +260 on Pereira.

Middleweight Bout: Shara Magomedov (16-1, 186 lbs.) vs. Michel Pereira (32-14 2 NC, 185.5 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Magomedov is an inch taller while the reach is identical. A bit of feinting and circling from both men, Pereira shows a few stance switches but he’s mostly orthodox. Bit of a jab from Pereira. Calf kick from Magomedov. Another calf kick from Magomedov. Hard right from Pereira drops Magomedov, Pereira gets on top and starts unloading with punches to the body and head. Magomedov tries some up kicks as Pereira stands over him, then Pereira passes the guard towards side control. Some hair grabbing from Magomedov, over and over and the ref gives him a stern warning because the rules don’t actually exist. Pereira gets into the full guard of Magomedov and does some body to head punches. Short elbow from Pereira. More body to head punches from Pereira then a couple of elbows as well. Pereira stands over Magomedov then passes to knee on belly and lands hammer fists. Magomedov gives up the back, one hook for Pereira but he loses it and Magomedov gets on top in full guard. Pereira kicks Magomedov off then Magomedov stands over him as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Pereira, I think Magomedov avoided the 10-8 at the end

ROUND TWO: The ref reiterates a hard warning to follow the rules to Magomedov before the round starts. Pereira avoids a calf kick. Both of them show some stance switches as they circle around. Bit of a right hand from Pereira. Magomedov lands a calf kick then shows a side kick. Pereira blocks a high kick. Magomedov with a side kick to the knee. Bit of a flurry from Pereira then Magomedov fires a kick to the body and one to the calf. Side kick again from Magomedov. Another side kick from Magomedov. Pereira avoids a high kick but he really needs to get his offense going again. Both men miss punches. Bit of a right from Pereira. Magomedov lands another side kick then a knee in close. Lots of moving. Magomedov misses a tornado kick then they trade punches. Pereira misses a rolling thunder kick as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Magomedov, 19-19 overall

ROUND THREE: Pereira moves forward a little more this round. They clash on kicks. Body jab from Pereira. Magomedov shows another side kick. Another side kick from Magomedov then Pereira lands a calf kick. Calf kick from Magomedov. Bit of a left hand from Pereira. Pereira tries a double leg, Magomedov defends then pokes Pereira in the eye as they break so we’ve got a time out. Let’s see if the ref does anything about this in terms of penalizing Magomedov. Pereira takes 1:22 then we’re back, and of course no point deduction. The rules really don’t exist. Pereira lands a calf kick. Bit of a right from Pereira. Both men land in close. Pereira with a front kick then a calf kick. Both men land lefts. One two from Magomedov. Magomedov with a bit of a head kick. Pereira tries a takedown, Magomedov defends but they hit the fence. Elbow from Magomedov. Pereira lands an uppercut. Some body shots from Pereira then Magomedov lands a knee as they break. Side kick from Magomedov, then both men get close and swing for a few seconds before the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Magomedov, 29-28 Magomedov overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Shara Magomedov via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)

Some mild drama in the first round aside that was pretty lackluster overall. Mic time for Magomedov, he thanks God and got what he expected from this fight and puts over Pereira. He thanks the fans and feels this is just a step and he’ll keep moving to bigger and better things. I find that a dubious proposition. To close he again thanks everyone for support and feels he’ll get the belt eventually. Again I find that unlikely.

Rafael Fiziev has gone just 1-4 in his last five fights, granted two of those losses are to Justin Gaethje and one was due to a freak knee injury. Most recently though Fiziev got beaten by Maruicio Ruffy and now if he wants to ever make a real push in the division he has to avoid another losing streak. Manuel Torres has gone 5-1 in the UFC and is on a two fight winning streak, now he’s looking for his best win and to push up the rankings in a big way. This one has been close pretty much since it was announced and closed as a -110 pick ’em.

Lightweight Bout: #11 Rafael Fiziev (13-5, 156 lbs.) vs. #15 Manuel Torres (17-3, 156 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Torres has two inches of height and reach advantage. They touch gloves to start. Fiziev comes out kicking then lands a right hand. Calf kick from Fiziev. Torres lands a left body kick. Another calf kick from Fiziev. Torres tries to blitz but can’t quite find the target. Double leg from Fiziev against the fence. Torres wall walks fairly quickly then knees Fiziev in the groin so we’ve got a time out. Fiziev only takes 13 seconds though then we’re back to fighting. Both men land calf kicks. Torres is trying to counter a calf kick with a right hand but Fiziev is keeping his guard high. Fiziev lands another calf kick. Torres misses a head kick. Fiziev goes southpaw to land some inside calf kicks. Jab from Torres. Torres misses a left hook. Inside calf kick from Fiziev. Bit of a knee from Torres but his punches miss. Calf kick from Torres. Fiziev lands another calf kick. They’re both showing stance switches now. Jab from Torres. Fiziev catches a kick and gets a takedown, he’s on top in a leg entanglement. Torres is able to disengage and both men reset on the feet. Bit of a right from Fiziev, then a right to the body and a left hook. Torres lands a body kick then a left hand. Stiff jab from Torres as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Fiziev but could go either way

ROUND TWO: Fiziev cracks Torres with a wheel kick early, Torres is hurt and Fiziev unloads along the fence until Torres drops and the ref steps in.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Rafael Fiziev via KO, wheel kick and punches, at :15 of Round 2

Mic time for Fiziev, he’s pretty emotional and plays with the crowd and thanks God then expresses how happy he is. He feels that should get him a bonus so he might be able to buy a motorcycle. Asking for it hurts but if you do something that cool it kind of balances out. He is just really happy this fight went well. He says the jab from Torres in the first messed up his left eye so he came into the second looking for something a little wild. Asked about the future he wants a BMF title shot. I appreciate him not asking for a title shot, especially with two losses to the current champion, but that one feels a little out of reach too as Charles Oliveira likely is still looking at the title himself.

Well on that note UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs. Torres comes to a close. Thank you for reading, be that live or after the fact. We’ll be unpacking all the fallout from this event on the 411 Ground and Pound MMA Podcast tomorrow over on the 411mania YouTube page. I’ll also be covering AEW Forbidden Door tomorrow if you’re interested in that. There’s no UFC event next week as next Saturday is the 4th of July, but in two weeks there’s UFC 329: Holloway vs. McGregor 2 to headline international fight week. That should be something. Until then thank you again, stay safe out there, and keep checking 411mania for all of your pop culture needs.

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