UFC officially announces return to Baku, Azerbaijan on June 27

The UFC has officially confirmed its return to Baku, Azerbaijan with UFC Baku scheduled for June 27. This marks the promotion's continued expansion into the region. The event announcement comes after speculation about the UFC's plans in Azerbaijan. No main event or featured bouts have been announced yet for the card. This follows the UFC's strategy of holding events in emerging MMA markets. Additional details about the venue and fight card are expected to be released soon.