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

Bekzat Almakhan and Jean Matsumoto will face each other on June 27 at UFC Baku, according to an announcement made by Almakhan on his social media. Almakhan enters the bout with a 1-2 UFC record, while Matsumoto holds a 3-2 record in the promotion. The matchup represents an important opportunity for both fighters to improve their standing in the UFC. Almakhan made the announcement directly through his social channels, though the UFC has not yet officially confirmed the booking. The bout will be part of the UFC's event in Baku, Azerbaijan. No weight class or position on the card was specified in the announcement.