Abdul-Rahman Yakhyaev to fight Julius Walker at UFC Baku on June 27

Abdul-Rahman Yakhyaev (2-0 UFC) will meet Julius Walker (1-2 UFC) at UFC Baku on June 27 in a light heavyweight contest. The matchup was first reported by Marcel Dorff. Yakhyaev has started his UFC career with two consecutive victories, while Walker has struggled with a 1-2 record inside the octagon. The bout represents an opportunity for Yakhyaev to continue his undefeated streak and for Walker to get back into the win column. UFC Baku will mark the promotion's return to Azerbaijan.