Bekzat Almakhan vs Jean Matsumoto Set for UFC Baku on June 27

Bekzat Almakhan (1-2 UFC) will face Jean Matsumoto (3-2 UFC) at UFC Baku on June 27. The matchup was announced through Almakhan's social media accounts. Almakhan enters the bout looking to improve his UFC record after dropping two of his first three fights in the promotion. Matsumoto comes in with a more favorable 3-2 record inside the octagon. The fight represents an important opportunity for both fighters to gain momentum in their respective UFC careers. UFC Baku marks the promotion's continued expansion into international markets.