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

Bekzat Almakhan (1-2 UFC) is scheduled to face Jean Matsumoto (3-2 UFC) at UFC Baku on June 27. The matchup was announced through Almakhan's social media channels. Almakhan is looking to break his losing streak in the UFC after starting 1-2. Matsumoto enters the bout with a 3-2 record in the promotion. The fight represents an important opportunity for both fighters to move up in their division.