Gor Azizyan reported that Bogdan Guskov intends to remain on the UFC 328 card if a replacement opponent can be found. This follows the cancellation of his scheduled bout with Jan Blachowicz. The post poses a question to fans about whether they would prefer to wait for a new opponent or postpone the Blachowicz fight. No specific replacement name has been announced yet.
Bogdan Guskov is pushing to stay active at UFC 328 on May 9 after his scheduled light heavyweight clash with Jan Blachowicz was called off, according to a report from Gor Azizyan. The Uzbek fighter is seeking a replacement opponent rather than waiting to reschedule the Blachowicz bout, though no new name has been announced.
Guskov, known as "Czarevitch," carries an 18-3-1 record and sits at number ten in the light heavyweight rankings at 33 years old. The six-foot-three GOR MMA product boasts one of the division's sharper striking outputs, landing 4.17 significant strikes per minute at 55 percent accuracy. He also adds a submission threat, averaging 1.1 attempts per 15 minutes, though he has registered zero takedowns per 15 minutes, suggesting a predominantly stand-and-submit game.
Blachowicz, the former UFC light heavyweight champion, is ranked fifth in the division at 43 years of age. The Polish veteran from WCA Fight Team holds a 29-11-2 record and brings a 78-inch reach to his six-foot-two frame. He lands 3.44 significant strikes per minute at 49 percent accuracy and mixes in modest wrestling, averaging 1.03 takedowns per 15 minutes.
Why it matters
- Guskov's willingness to take a replacement opponent could accelerate his climb from tenth in the rankings.
- A win over any ranked opponent on a pay-per-view card would significantly raise his divisional profile.
- The style matchup question remains open — Guskov's high-volume striking and submission attempts will need to be tested against whoever steps in.
- Blachowicz's path back to the card is now uncertain, potentially delaying a top-five matchup for both men.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
