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Rizvan Kuniev secured his first UFC victory at UFC Vegas 113 on February 8, 2026, defeating top-5 heavyweight Jailton Almeida in a heavyweight clash. The win immediately positions Kuniev inside the top 10 of the heavyweight division, a significant achievement for a fighter in his early UFC tenure. However, the fight's lack of entertainment value and dramatic moments means the UFC is unlikely to rush Kuniev into a major matchup despite his impressive opponent quality. Analysts suggest the winner of the upcoming Sergei Spivac versus Ante Delija bout represents the best realistic next opponent for Kuniev as he continues building his heavyweight resume.
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