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

Bekzat Almakhan will face Jean Matsumoto at UFC Baku on June 27, according to Almakhan's social media announcement. Almakhan enters the bout with a 1-2 UFC record, while Matsumoto holds a 3-2 record in the promotion. The fight was announced directly by Almakhan through his social media channels. UFC Baku is scheduled for June 27, 2026.