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

Bekzat Almakhan will face Gene Matsumoto at UFC Baku on June 27th. Almakhan enters the bout with a 1-2 UFC record, while Matsumoto holds a 3-2 record in the promotion. The matchup was announced via Almakhan's social media channels. This represents an important fight for both competitors, with Almakhan looking to improve his UFC standing and Matsumoto aiming to build on his winning record. The bout adds to the growing card for the UFC's event in Baku, Azerbaijan. Both fighters will be seeking to establish momentum in their respective UFC careers.