Zhalgas Zhumagulov to face Igor Severino for Oktagon bantamweight title

Oktagon 89 is scheduled for June 6 in Bratislava, with the main event featuring a bantamweight title fight between two former UFC fighters, Zhalgas Zhumagulov and Igor Severino. Both fighters bring UFC experience to this championship bout in the European promotion. The event card has been announced with this headliner as the marquee matchup. An interview with Zhumagulov discussing the fight is available. This represents a significant opportunity for both fighters to compete for a major title outside the UFC.