UFC officially announces return to Azerbaijan with UFC Baku on June 27

The UFC has officially announced its return to Azerbaijan with a Fight Night event branded as UFC Baku. The event is scheduled for June 27, 2026. This marks the promotion's return to the country after previous events in the region. The announcement confirms earlier speculation about the UFC returning to Baku. No main event or specific fights have been announced yet for the card. Azerbaijan has become an increasingly important market for the UFC's international expansion efforts.