Bekzat Almakhan announces fight with Jean Matsumoto for UFC Baku on June 27

Bekzat Almakhan has announced via social media that he will face Jean Matsumoto at UFC Baku on June 27. Almakhan enters the bout with a 1-2 record in the UFC, while Matsumoto holds a 3-2 promotional record. The matchup pairs two fighters looking to establish momentum in the UFC bantamweight or featherweight division. UFC Baku represents the promotion's event in Azerbaijan's capital city. This announcement came directly from Almakhan's social media accounts rather than an official UFC statement. The bout provides both fighters an opportunity to improve their standing within the organization.